Michael Ring (Mayo, Fine Gael) | Oireachtas source

The Senator is correct that any life lost at sea is one life too many. I agree with him that the situation at Union Hall was sad for the families concerned. It is important all precautions are taken to ensure safety at sea, including by way of regulation or legislation, as has been done in the area of road safety. Earning one's living on the sea is difficult. Those who do so take serious risks. Anything that can be done to assist in the location of bodies following tragedies at sea would be good for families and communities. It is hoped the relevant legislation will be introduced as quickly as possible.