Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 8 November 2016
443. Deputy Clare Daly asked the Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine the amendment he proposes to make to the aquaculture licence for Altan Lough held by a company (details supplied) as a result of the company's breach of licence conditions; and the assurances that can be given to the public that the company will abide by the amendment. [33672/16]
Amharc ar fhreagra445. Deputy Clare Daly asked the Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine if he will commission an independent outside body to take over from his Department the task of examining overstocking at other sites in view of the conflict of interest that arises for his Department and in view of his decision not to revoke the licence held by a company (details supplied) at Altan Lough due to commercial reasons. [33674/16]
Amharc ar fhreagraI propose to take Questions Nos. 443 and 445 together.
As the Deputy is aware my Department is currently examining possible overstocking in respect of a number of aquaculture sites operated by the company referred to by the Deputy.
In relation to one of the sites, Lough Altan Hatchery, I have concluded my consideration of the issue and I have determined that an amendment to the license held by the company in respect of this site would be appropriate. My Department is currently examining the nature of the amendment and will be following up with the company in relation to the matter.
As my Department’s examination in respect of the other sites is ongoing as part of a statutory process it would not be appropriate for me to comment further at this time.
