Results 41-54 of 54 for sfpa speaker:Brendan Smith

Written Answers — Fisheries Protection: Fisheries Protection (24 Sep 2008)

Brendan Smith: Since the establishment of the Sea-Fisheries Protection Authority (SFPA) on 1 January 2007, the provision of the information requested is a matter for that Authority, which is an independent statutory body. I have asked that body to respond directly to the Deputy on this matter.

Written Answers — Food Industry: Food Industry (24 Sep 2008)

Brendan Smith: In order to import fish or fishery products into Ireland from a non EU country the importer is required to register with the Sea Fisheries Protection Authority (SFPA). Fish or fishery products coming from a non EU country must go through an approved Border Inspection Post (BIP). There are three approved BIPs in Ireland, namely Dublin Port, Dublin Airport and Shannon Airport. The relevant BIP...

Written Answers — Fisheries Protection: Fisheries Protection (10 Jul 2008)

Brendan Smith: ...that will apply from 1/1/2010 and will give real time access to coastal states such as Ireland to fishing records of vessels in its 200 mile zone. The Department will in conjunction with the SFPA and the Naval Service establish a Project team to guide the implementation of these provisions in advance of the deadline of January 2010.

Written Answers — Fisheries Protection: Fisheries Protection (10 Jul 2008)

Brendan Smith: ...of IUU fishing. The Sea-Fisheries Protection Authority will routinely liaise with the CFCA in support of their work and to participate in a meaningful way in the operations of the CFCA. The SFPA has already been in touch with the CFCA and provided a list of competent Fisheries Inspectors that may be deployed in the role of Community Fisheries Inspectors in the future.

Written Answers — Fisheries Protection: Fisheries Protection (8 Jul 2008)

Brendan Smith: Since the establishment of the Sea-Fisheries Protection Authority (SFPA) on 1 January 2007, the provision of the information requested is a matter for that Authority, which is a statutory body independent of me and my Department. In relation to 2006 and prior to the establishment of the Authority, the vessels detained and the infringement detected are set out below. Irish Vessels Details...

Written Answers — Fisheries Protection: Fisheries Protection (8 Jul 2008)

Brendan Smith: Since the establishment of the Sea-Fisheries Protection Authority (SFPA) on 1 January 2007, the provision of the information requested is a matter for that Authority, which is a statutory body independent of me and my Department. In relation to 2006 and prior to the establishment of the Authority, the information requested is set out below. Non Irish fishing vessels Details Number...

Written Answers — Fisheries Protection: Fisheries Protection (8 Jul 2008)

Brendan Smith: This question is a matter for the Sea-Fisheries Protection Authority (SFPA), which is a statutory body independent of me and my Department.

Written Answers — State Appointments: State Appointments (1 Jul 2008)

Brendan Smith: The Sea Fisheries and Maritime Jurisdiction Act 2006, provided for the establishment of the Sea-Fisheries Protection Authority (SFPA). This independent authority was established on January 1st 2007. The Act clearly provides that the Authority is solely responsible for the appointment of a complaints officer and consequently I have no remit with regard to that particular appointment.

Written Answers — Fisheries Protection: Fisheries Protection (1 Jul 2008)

Brendan Smith: ...is, waters meeting the highest microbiological standards. Conversely, shellfish harvested from areas of lower water quality require further depuration/purification prior to sale. In Ireland, the SFPA is the Competent Authority for classification of shellfish areas, under Service Contract with the Food Safety Authority of Ireland (FSAI). SFPA officers carry out regular sampling of areas,...

Written Answers — Departmental Expenditure: Departmental Expenditure (26 Jun 2008)

Brendan Smith: ...000) Bord Bia 27,705 27,505 13,752 Teagasc 128,050 132,514 60,000 Bord Iascaigh Mhara (BIM) 27,753 49,045 13,142 Marine Institute 28,980 32,339 13,460 Sea Fisheries Protection Authority (SFPA) 10,954 14,410 7,472

Written Answers — Departmental Agencies: Departmental Agencies (17 Jun 2008)

Brendan Smith: ...of drinking milk and the supply contracts made between them with the purpose of ensuring a reliable year round supply of drinking milk to the consumer. The Sea Fisheries Protection Authority (SFPA) is responsible for the implementation and enforcement of National and EU Regulations on sea fisheries protection and seafood safety. Its Officers work closely with other government agencies...

Written Answers — Fisheries Protection: Fisheries Protection (20 May 2008)

Brendan Smith: ...of all regulations regarding over-fishing within Ireland's Exclusive Economic Zone (and by Irish-flagged vessels anywhere in the world), is a matter for the Sea-Fisheries Protection Authority (SFPA), an independent authority, which was established on January 1st 2007 under the Sea Fisheries and Maritime Jurisdiction Act 2006. The Act clearly provides that the Authority is independent in...

Written Answers — Fisheries Protection: Fisheries Protection (20 May 2008)

Brendan Smith: ...satellite monitoring of all fishing vessels both EU and Non-EU allows a high level of monitoring and surveillance of our waters. Ireland's control authority, the Sea Fisheries Protection Authority (SFPA) which came into being on the 1st January, 2007 has significantly strengthened our capacity to monitor and control illegal fishing activities in Irish waters. The SFPA and our Naval...

Written Answers — Fisheries Protection: Fisheries Protection (8 May 2008)

Brendan Smith: The Sea-Fisheries Protection Authority (SFPA) is an independent authority which was established under Sea Fisheries and Maritime Jurisdiction Act 2006 on January 1st 2007. The Act provides that the Authority is independent in the exercise of its functions and may publish any reports on matters related to its functions, subject to the normal requirements regarding the Annual Report of...