Brendan Griffin (Kerry, Fine Gael)
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247. To ask the Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine his views on a matter (details supplied) regarding the escape of salmon off the coast of County Cork; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [5351/16]

Simon Coveney (Cork South Central, Fine Gael)
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The report referred to by the Deputy is in respect of my Department’s examination of the damage to structures at an aquaculture site in Bantry Bay caused by a storm event. My Department’s examination, which is nearing completion, is detailed and involves all engineering, scientific, environmental and technical matters associated with the incident.

The draft report will be the subject of final examination by my Department, and possibly further consultation with relevant Government Departments and State Agencies, before consideration can be given to publication. This process is currently underway.

In view of the ongoing nature of the examination, it would not be appropriate for me to comment further at this time.