Dáil Éireann Debate, Wednesday - 6 February 2013
197. Deputy Michelle Mulherin asked the Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine the consideration being given to the development of onshore coastal fish farms; if he considers such fish farms to be inherently less environmentally harmful than offshore fish farms; the evidence he relies on in arriving at his position; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [6242/13]
Amharc ar fhreagraApplications for licences in respect of aquaculture developments are assessed in accordance with the provisions of the Fisheries (Amendment) Act 1997. All such applications are assessed by my Department and its technical and scientific advisors having regard to the details of the application and any issues raised under the statutory and public consultation phases of the application process. All observations received from stakeholders are given the fullest consideration by my Department.
