Darragh O'Brien (Dublin North, Fianna Fail)

I congratulate the Minister of State, Deputy Connick on his elevation to his new role. It is a pity he has just left the Chamber. While the senior Minister, Deputy Smith is present, I take this opportunity to appeal to him to see his way to assisting Fingal County Council on funding for maintaining the harbours in Balbriggan, Skerries, Rush and Loughshinny, but especially Balbriggan and Skerries. My area, Dublin North, has a long-standing heritage in fishing and, as with every fleet, it has suffered. Any assistance the Minister can give will be greatly appreciated in Fingal.

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