Dan Boyle (Cork South Central, Green Party)
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Question 103: To ask the Minister for Communications, Marine and Natural Resources the consultation process that is planned for the three person working group he has established to investigate the future of commercial drift netting for salmon; the administration system which has been established to assist this work; and the proposed timetable for the presentation of the groups recommendations and the implementation of a new salmon management regime. [20769/06]

John Browne (Wexford, Fianna Fail)
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I established the Independent Group to examine the implications for the commercial sector in 2007 and beyond arising from alignment of the management of the Irish wild salmon fishery with the scientific advice for 2007. The group will make recommendations on the options available to address any financial hardship arising for individuals involved in commercial salmon fishing from the course of action determined.

The specific remit of the Group requires them to draw on the reports already generated through the National Salmon Commission, by the National Fisheries Managers Executive and the Standing Scientific Committee and engage in appropriate consultation with relevant stakeholders. In this regard, I understand the group has recently invited submissions from interested parties, the closing date for receipt of which is 30th June 2006. The independent group is expected to present its report in September 2006. Secretariat services are being provided by BIM over their period of office.