Results 81-100 of 136 for sfpa speaker:Simon Coveney

Topical Issue Debate: Fisheries Disputes (20 Nov 2013)

Simon Coveney: All matters relating to the operational enforcement of sea fisheries law are, by statute, appropriate to the SFPA. Deputy John Browne, in particular, knows this and I am surprised to hear a former Minister of State with responsibility for the fisheries sector say what he said. The issue relates to a company's compliance with sea fisheries legislation and is one for the SFPA. The matters...

Written Answers — Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine: Fish Quotas (13 Nov 2013)

Simon Coveney: ...of fishing vessels in Ireland’s Exclusive Fisheries Zone (200 mile zone). Operational issues in relation to sea fisheries control are a matter for the Sea Fisheries Protection Authority (SFPA).

Written Answers — Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine: Fisheries Protection (6 Nov 2013)

Simon Coveney: ...and recruitment to lobster stocks may be impaired. Having examined the issue with my Department’s scientific and technical advisers from the Marine Institute, Bord Iascaigh Mhara and the SFPA, I initiated a consultation process on 20 August 2013 on proposals to change the current lobster stock management rules. I proposed two alternative measures; either to introduce a maximum...

Written Answers — Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine: Agrifood Sector Issues (23 Oct 2013)

Simon Coveney: ...exports, which represents a sizeable opportunity for Irish salmon exporters, with demand for high-end seafood in China growing substantially each year. This followed intensive negotiations with the Chinese authorities by the Sea Fisheries Protection Authority (SFPA) in conjunction with the Irish Embassy in Beijing. Both the Marine Institute and Teagasc have also developed Memoranda of...

Written Answers — Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine: Fishing Vessel Licences (8 Oct 2013)

Simon Coveney: .... Under the Sea Fisheries and Maritime Jurisdiction Act, 2006, operational issues concerning sea fisheries control, such as recording landings, are a matter for the Sea Fisheries Protection Authority (SFPA) and the Naval Service. I have asked the SFPA to respond directly to the Deputy's request by giving landings in Irish ports as a indicator of the fishing activity in the areas.

Written Answers — Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine: Fish Quotas (1 Oct 2013)

Simon Coveney: ...set following consultation with the CSHMAC for each management period, taking consideration of numbers and size of vessels booked-in. There is a requirement that official log sheets be returned to the SFPA within 24 hours of landing. The experience in this fishery in recent years indicates that many vessels have not complied with this requirement and a follow up of outstanding log sheets...

Written Answers — Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine: Fish Imports (26 Sep 2013)

Simon Coveney: ...to import fish or fishery products into Ireland from a non EU country the person who wishes to import fish/fishery products is required to register with the Sea Fisheries Protection Authority (SFPA). The SFPA and the Border Inspection Posts operate an agreed sampling plan, which is reviewed annually, to ensure that they meet the EU criteria with respect to potential contaminants, and for...

Written Answers — Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine: Fisheries Protection (18 Jul 2013)

Simon Coveney: Operational issues in relation to sea fisheries control are a matter for the Sea Fisheries Protection Authority (SFPA). I have asked the SFPA to respond directly to the Deputy.

Written Answers — Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine: Fisheries Protection (18 Jul 2013)

Simon Coveney: ...the Irish control authorities. Under the Sea Fisheries and Maritime Jurisdiction Act, 2006, operational issues concerning sea fisheries control are a matter for the Sea Fisheries Protection Authority (SFPA) and the Naval Service. The SFPA has not advised me of any policy issues arising in respect of any infringements set down in the national register of infringement. The prosecution of...

Select Committee on Agriculture, Food and the Marine: Estimates for Public Services 2013
Vote 30 - Agriculture, Food and the Marine (Revised) (2 Jul 2013)

Simon Coveney: ...at the time of that tragedy at Union Hall, as have been many other organisations, both on rivers and in respect of sea tragedies and drownings. However, the Sea-Fisheries Protection Authority, SFPA, plays a very different role. It is not primarily responsible for safety, which primarily is the role of the Coast Guard, the RNLI and the Naval Service. Most of the time, the SFPA's...

Written Answers — Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine: Departmental Bodies (2 Jul 2013)

Simon Coveney: Operational issues in relation to sea fisheries control are a matter for the Sea Fisheries Protection Authority (SFPA). I have asked the SFPA to respond directly to the Deputy.

Written Answers — Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine: Disability Act Employment Targets (22 May 2013)

Simon Coveney: ...my Department, during 2012, the following bodies met the statutory requirement: Bord na gCon, Coillte Teoranta, Teagasc, Bord Iascaigh Mhara, Marine Institute, Sea Fisheries Protection Authority (SFPA) and Aquaculture Licensing Board (ALAB). The bodies that did not achieve the 3% target are: Horse Racing Ireland (HRI) - 2.68% (up from 2.14 in 2011); Bord Bia (BB) - 1.1% (same as 2011);...

Written Answers — Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine: Fisheries Protection (21 May 2013)

Simon Coveney: ...the Irish control authorities. Under the Sea Fisheries and Maritime Jurisdiction Act, 2006, operational issues concerning sea fisheries control are a matter for the Sea Fisheries Protection Authority (SFPA) and the Naval Service. I have sent the question to the SFPA who will respond directly to the Deputy.

Written Answers — Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine: Food Labelling (8 May 2013)

Simon Coveney: ...Minister for Health. The FSAI carries out its enforcement function through “service contracts” with official agencies. These official agencies include the Sea Fishery Protection Authority (SFPA) and the Health Service Executive (HSE). The SFPA is an independent body under the aegis of my Department. It carries out, on an ongoing basis, a range of official controls on...

Written Answers — Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine: Fisheries Protection (23 Apr 2013)

Simon Coveney: ...Irish control authorities. Under the Sea Fisheries and Maritime Jurisdiction Act, 2006, operational issues concerning sea fisheries control are a matter for the Sea Fisheries Protection Authority (SFPA) and the Naval Service.

Written Answers — Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine: Fisheries Offences (23 Apr 2013)

Simon Coveney: ...Irish control authorities. Under the Sea Fisheries and Maritime Jurisdiction Act, 2006, operational issues concerning sea fisheries control are a matter for the Sea Fisheries Protection Authority (SFPA) and the Naval Service. The prosecution of infringements which are an offence under national legislation, implementing EU fisheries regulations or otherwise are carried out on behalf of...

Written Answers — Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine: Fisheries Protection (23 Apr 2013)

Simon Coveney: ...Irish control authorities. Under the Sea Fisheries and Maritime Jurisdiction Act, 2006, operational issues concerning sea fisheries control are a matter for the Sea Fisheries Protection Authority (SFPA) and the Naval Service. I have asked the SFPA to respond directly to the Deputy's request subject of course to Data protection legislation.

Written Answers — Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine: Fisheries Protection (23 Apr 2013)

Simon Coveney: ...Irish control authorities. Under the Sea Fisheries and Maritime Jurisdiction Act, 2006, operational issues concerning sea fisheries control are a matter for the Sea Fisheries Protection Authority (SFPA) and the Naval Service.

Written Answers — Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine: Fisheries Offences (23 Apr 2013)

Simon Coveney: ...Irish control authorities. Under the Sea Fisheries and Maritime Jurisdiction Act, 2006, operational issues concerning sea fisheries control are a matter for the Sea Fisheries Protection Authority (SFPA) and the Naval Service. The prosecution of infringements which are an offence under national legislation, implementing EU fisheries regulations or otherwise are carried out on behalf of...

Written Answers — Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine: Fisheries Protection (23 Apr 2013)

Simon Coveney: ...Irish control authorities. Under the Sea Fisheries and Maritime Jurisdiction Act, 2006, operational issues concerning sea fisheries control are a matter for the Sea Fisheries Protection Authority (SFPA) and the Naval Service. I have asked the SFPA to respond directly to the Deputy's request subject of course to Data protection legislation.