Heather Humphreys (Cavan-Monaghan, Fine Gael) | Oireachtas source

I am aware of the safety concerns relating to the pier, particularly during the summertime, when the number of people using it increases. The day-to-day maintenance of piers, including the development and enforcement of the by-laws, is primarily an issue for the relevant local authority, in this case Galway County Council. Officials have been in contact with our colleagues on that council with a view to ensuring the pier is safe for users, particularly during the construction phase. To ensure the safety of the public, Galway County Council has recently published draft by-laws for the management of the pier and is collating submissions received from the public. I understand the council also hopes to employ a harbour master at the pier to manage traffic to the pier and ensure everyone's safety, particularly during the high volume months of summer.

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