Legislate Now to Protect Migrant Fishers

Legislate Now to Protect Migrant Fishers

Statement from IFPO chief executive, Aodh O Donnell, on Migrant Fishers’ Rights: “The IFPO unequivocally supports the right of all non-EEA migrant fishers to fair treatment in the workplace. Traditionally, many crew members on Irish fishing vessels are...
Offshore Wind Farms Can Damage Fishing Grounds

Offshore Wind Farms Can Damage Fishing Grounds

Minister Must Consult Fishing Industry The Irish fishing industry say they have a right to be consulted about offshore wind farms because it affects their livelihoods. Spokesperson Aodh O Donnell says every industry needs to co-operate to reduce fossil fuels but...
RTE Radio 1 Seascapes

RTE Radio 1 Seascapes

RTE Radio 1 Seascapes, Friday 14 October 2022. Fergal Keane reports on an Irish fishing representatives visit to an Aberdeen offshore floating windfarm. He talks to IFPO chief executive, Aodh O Donnell. Listen here.  
Marine Minister Fails to Deliver on Fuel Aid

Marine Minister Fails to Deliver on Fuel Aid

Fishing industry representatives say they are confounded and disappointed by the Government’s repeated refusal to draw down EU fuel aid. They met with the Minister for the Marine on Friday and urged him to secure the existing EU aid to help with the crippling costs of...