Michael Moynihan (Cork North West, Fianna Fail) | Oireachtas source

Capital funding for inland fisheries has increased by €334,000, which is a significant sum. Will the Minister provide a breakdown of the figure? Inland fisheries and waterways are among our great untapped resources. A significant level of activity has been developed around inland fisheries in various areas.

We should encourage that as far as possible. When I see the heading "inland fisheries", I think of the stories we hear about fishing during November when it is not permitted. The embellished stories one hears from all parts of the country would often make one wonder how the salmon survive at all. Overall, I believe our inland fisheries are a massive, untapped resource. Significant money is being generated around the country in the area and I ask the Minister to explain how the capital funding is being spent.