Dr. Cecil Beamish:

Yes, there are always concerns in relation to fisheries. It is a difficult area to regulate. In 2007, 2006 and 2005, many issues were raised which led to the creation of the Sea-Fisheries Protection Authority by the Oireachtas. There are ongoing issues of concern in relation to fisheries control and compliance, not totally unique to Ireland. It is a difficult area to regulate. Yes, we are aware of the 2012 issues raised but there are legal operational issues and, by statute, those issues are legally the responsibility of the SFPA.