Seanad debates
Wednesday, 15 October 2003
Fishery Policy: Statements.
I am intervening because of the alarm felt by most people who saw the recent television programme. While these matters may have been exaggerated, they should be investigated. If the fisheries boards are not in a position to do so, and if those responsible are not capable of dealing with the illegal activities taking place in the industry, they should be asked to reconsider their position and new people appointed. If the law needs to be changed to give new powers to local authorities or someone else to enforce the law in this area then it should be considered.
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