The Minister with responsibility for inland fisheries, Eamon Ryan, has announced that Inland Fisheries Ireland (IFI) is to lead the Annacotty weir fish passage improvement project in collaboration with State agencies and local stakeholders. The Mulkear is considered a vital river for a range of species including wild Atlantic salmon, sea, river and brook lamprey, wild brown trout and eels. The majority of the main river and its tributaries are designated as a special area of conservation under the EU habitats directive. Mr Ryan, said: “Free passage of fish is key to the sustainability of our precious fish stocks and the protection of biodiversity along our rivers. Costs of €400 were awarded to Inland Fisheries Ireland and an order for forfeiture of fishing rods used was granted.

Source: The Irish Times May 10, 2021 00:00 UTC