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Inland Waterways Maintenance

Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 18 February 2014

Tuesday, 18 February 2014

Ceisteanna (466)

Michael Healy-Rae

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466. Deputy Michael Healy-Rae asked the Minister for Communications, Energy and Natural Resources his views on correspondence (details supplied) regarding the extraction of gravel from rivers; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [7818/14]

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I am advised that, on request from a landowner, Inland Fisheries Ireland (IFI) will discuss their requirements and/or concerns to assist in alleviating any issues and to ensure compliance with the relevant legislation within the Fisheries Acts. I am also advised that there are locations where the requirements of EU Habitats Directive, in respect of certain species and their habitat, would apply and IFI would be happy to offer guidance if the landowner contacts the local IFI office. It is important for the landowner to ensure that all the appropriate permissions are in place before any works are commenced and IFI can advise in this regard.

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