Dara Calleary (Mayo, Fianna Fail) | Oireachtas source

I do intend to go to Inis Meáin at some stage to see for myself, not just on the pier issue but on all island issues. The Minister of State, Deputy Buttimer, and I will be working collectively as regards the islands. I understand a number of marine assessments and studies have been undertaken on the island over the past few years, including bathymetric surveys and a marine simulation exercise. The bathymetric surveys were carried out on both Céibh an Chóra agus an Caladh Mór. They were provided to the consultant engineers as part of their work. Also, they have been provided with the study that was carried out by the National Maritime College, Cork, as regards the marine simulation exercise. That simulated the type of vessel that will be used for passenger and cargo ferry services to the island. That data has been provided and will be given to determine the viable options to provide the most important thing, which is safe and accessible harbour facilities. I know the Deputy will be tabling this question every month and we will keep actively engaged on it in between Question Time as well.

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