Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 1 October 2024
38. Deputy Mairéad Farrell asked the Minister for the Environment, Climate and Communications if he and his officials in the Inland Fisheries division intend to approve the proposed Western Lakes Management Plan before the Government reaches the end of its lifespan; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [38669/24]
Amharc ar fhreagraMy Department requested that Inland Fisheries Ireland (IFI) prepare a plan for the long-term management of our Western Lakes to deliver on the related Programme for Government commitment.
My officials have been advised by Inland Fisheries Ireland (IFI) that it is intended to shortly bring the Plan to the IFI Board for its consideration. Following IFI Board approval, the Plan would subsequently be submitted to my Department.
