Brendan Griffin (Kerry South, Fine Gael)
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352. To ask the Minister for Communications, Energy and Natural Resources his views on a proposal (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [36973/15]

Joe McHugh (Donegal North East, Fine Gael)
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I am advised that the fishery referred to by the Deputy is in private ownership and development proposals are primarily a matter for the fishery owner.

The owner had contacted Inland Fisheries Ireland (IFI) for advice as regards proposed works and IFI is prepared to assist, from a fishery perspective, in advising the owner of particular non in-stream works that will enhance the rivers production potential.

However I am advised that due to the presence of Pearl Mussels in the river any works that involve an-instream aspect will require appropriate planning and other statutory permissions from the relevant competent authorities. IFI have advised the owners of these requirements.