Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 14 November 2017
393. Deputy Noel Grealish asked the Minister for Communications, Climate Action and Environment the situation regarding the operation of the Cong hatchery in County Galway; his plans for its future; if it might close; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [47749/17]
Amharc ar fhreagraThe operation of the Cong Hatchery is a day to day operational matter for the Board of Inland Fisheries Ireland (IFI).
I am advised by IFI that there is no proposal to close the facility and that no proposals as regards its operation have been presented to the Board for consideration nor has any determination been contemplated or made by the Board for its future. As would be the normal practice in such matters, I expect the Board to advise and consult with me, as Minister, and with my Department should it consider any options and recommendations in this regard.
