Tim Lombard (Fine Gael) | Oireachtas source

Will the witnesses explain the lack of data in their industry at the moment. For example, a boat only needs a log book if it is under a certain level. Going forward what changes need to happen at Department level? Number one, we need to collect data so we understand what is happening on the ground. Number two, if there are issues, because that data is collected we can prove there is a significant drop in production. The fishers could then fight their case for compensation.