Pádraig Mac Lochlainn (Sinn Fein) | Oireachtas source

Dr. Beamish drew attention to sea-bass. I will take his guidance on that as I presume what he said is based on the work of the Marine Institute and assessment of the stock by scientists. Where is the measure coming from? I accept that Dr. Beamish's position is based on science and data but where is the Commission getting its information that has led to this proposal? Similarly, I would like clarification on the approach in terms of a divergence of opinion on deep-sea stocks. It appears there has been extensive engagement with stakeholders such as the representative organisations for fishermen.

What are their views? Have they conveyed any concerns or objectives they wish the Government and the delegation to negotiate?