Jennifer Whitmore (Wicklow, Social Democrats)

Bord Iascaigh Mhara is the eyes on the ground in a lot of instances for species that do not come under the Marine Institute's quota and stock assessments. Its role is to ensure sustainable future fisheries and to advise. I assume it advises the Minister as well. This is a red flag to me. Has BIM not said there could be an issue? This is a species where there is no control or monitoring and there has been a large increase in landings. Does Ms Bocquel not see that as part of BIM's role?