We all look forward to establishing the actual causes of the mortalities in Donegal and taking the necessary steps to remedy the situation without delay. I know the Minister and all the offices at his disposal are working tirelessly in this pursuit. However, I ask him to ensure it is given priority and renewed urgency as it is having immeasurable effects on the salmon farming industry in the north-west region. I welcome the fact the Minister is to initiate a comprehensive review of the existing procedures for the monitoring and control of aquaculture and marine finfish farming. I acknowledge that the vast majority of those engaged in this industry are operating to the highest possible EU standards, consistent with the highest product quality and in accordance with the five protocols as set down in the conditions of farm aquaculture licences. I further acknowledge there are many inspections annually but I respectfully suggest that the Minister should increase the inspections of all aquaculture operations and explore the possibilities, as Senator Kenneally pointed out, of establishing an independent audit inspection team to enforce the licensing conditions. In 99.9% of instances there are no problems but a specifically dedicated audit, inspection and enforcement team is necessary to root out the bad practices threatening this industry which is so vital to our peripheral communities and has such economic potential for the country as a whole.