Caoimhghín Ó Caoláin (Cavan-Monaghan, Sinn Fein)
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Question 516: To ask the Minister for Communications, Marine and Natural Resources the consultations that have taken place (details supplied) in relation to the application by the company for a foreshore lease for the development of a marina; the outcome of such meetings; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [9659/07]

John Browne (Wexford, Fianna Fail)
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Department officials have held several meetings with Killybegs Marina Co. Ltd and Killybegs Boat Owners Committee concerning the proposed marina development at Killybegs Fishery Harbour Centre and, in particular, attended a meeting on 6 December 2006 at which all parties attended. The aim of the Department has been to arrive at a suitable accommodation that would be as beneficial as possible to all parties involved.

The Department has proposed a solution, in the interests of maintaining good relations, for the accommodation of small boats in the event of the proposed marina development proceeding. These boats are currently utilising swinging moorings in the harbour centre; these moorings are unauthorised and are in place without the permission of the Harbour Master. The proposal involves an offer from the marina developer to accommodate small boats/punts on the inside of the new marina and building a new floating berth to accommodate other fishing boats such as chartered angling boats. The proposal caters for all types of boats other than fixed keel yachts. The marina developer stated at the December meeting that marina berths would be available for fixed keel yachts at the normal berthing rates.

Department officials would be happy to meet with anybody who wishes to progress this solution.