Mr. Tom Moran:

I thank the Deputy and the Chairman. Before I answer those questions, I should point out that fish landings at Dunmore East are increasing. Between 2010 and 2013 fish landing increased by 43%, from 8,386 tonnes to 11,994 tonnes, and this is good. I understand the Deputy's point on historical investment levels but between 2006 and 2013 some €5.4 million was invested in Dunmore East. It is a fine harbour but the Deputy is absolutely correct that there is a dredging issue. He is also correct that we intended to spend money on dredging in 2014 and allocated €4 million in the capital programme for that purpose.

We ran into a difficulty with the tender in relation to that on the issue of value for money. My information is that there is an absolute intention to begin that as soon as possible in the new year under next year's capital programme. It is a top priority.