Martin Ferris (Kerry North-West Limerick, Sinn Fein) | Oireachtas source

Everybody will be aware of the recent tragedy off the coast of Tramore where the three Bolger brothers lost their lives while fishing. This follows the sinking of the Tit Bonhomme in Glandore Harbour early last year and the loss of the Pere Charles and two other boats in the same area with no bodies recovered. This issue was raised by the Irish Fishermen's Organisation at a recent meeting and by Kathleen Hayes whose husband, Michael Hayes, was lost in Glandore along with four others. It was suggested at the meeting that a beacon should be worn on the wrist or on a belt around the waist, which would send a signal to a satellite similar to the beacon that sends a signal when a boat sinks. This would be of great benefit in locating and recovering the bodies of those lost at sea. I understand the Minister is considering something along these lines. It should be implemented as quickly as possible.

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