AQW 30603/17-22 Written question to the Minister of Agriculture, Environment and Rural Affairs
To ask the Minister of Agriculture, Environment and Rural Affairs for an update on the progress on regulation for shellfish harvesting, as recommended by the Agri-Food and Biosciences Institute.
Asked by Kellie Armstrong MLA on 7 March 2022
- Answered
- Written
- After due date
- Tabled
- 7 March 2022
- Answer due by
- 23 March 2022
- Answered
- 27 March 202220 days after tabling
- Priority question
- No
Answer
My Department commissioned the Agri-Food and Biosciences Institute (AFBI) to investigate potential regulatory measures that would ensure the harvesting of periwinkles in Strangford Lough was within sustainable limits. The study investigated the potential for a minimum landing size and closed seasons, and has made a number of recommendations.
I am currently considering proposals to seek stakeholder views on the recommendations that AFBI have made.