Coastal Communities Invited to Sinn Féin Fisheries Survey
Sinn Féin is calling on coastal communities across Ireland to participate in a comprehensive fisheries survey. This initiative aims to gather valuable insights into the challenges faced by local fishing communities and inform policy solutions that support a sustainable and prosperous future for the Irish fishing industry.
The survey, which will be conducted online, covers a wide range of topics crucial to the well-being of coastal communities and the fishing sector. These include:
- Access to fishing grounds: Concerns regarding the allocation of fishing quotas and potential restrictions on traditional fishing areas.
- Market access and prices: Issues faced by fishermen in securing fair prices for their catches and accessing profitable markets.
- Sustainability and conservation: Views on environmental regulations, marine conservation, and the impact of climate change on fish stocks.
- Investment and infrastructure: The need for investment in fishing infrastructure, modernization of vessels, and access to modern technology.
Sinn Féin believes that listening to the voices of those directly involved in the fishing industry is paramount to developing effective policies. This survey provides a valuable opportunity for coastal communities to articulate their concerns and contribute to the future direction of the Irish fishing sector.
The party's spokesperson on fisheries, Deputy Pádraig Mac Lochlainn, emphasized the importance of this initiative, stating: "This survey will give fishermen and women, as well as coastal communities, a direct voice in shaping the future of the Irish fishing industry." He also highlighted the need for a "fair and sustainable" approach to managing fishing resources and supporting coastal communities.
The online survey is accessible to all coastal communities and is available in both English and Irish. Participation is encouraged, and Sinn Féin intends to use the gathered information to advocate for the interests of fishing communities and the future of the Irish fishing industry.
To participate in the survey, please visit [insert website link here] or contact your local Sinn Féin representative.
