DAERA

New minister meets Northern Ireland’s fishing industry
4th March 2024
Newly appointed DAERA minister Andrew Muir heard the ‘full and frank’ views of local fishermen and met with members of the Northern Ireland Fishing Harbour Authority (NIFHA) during a visit to Portavogie last week. After the visit, Minister Muir said:…
£336,000 support scheme for Lough Neagh fishermen
14th May 2021
DAERA minister Edwin Poots has announced a funding package of £336,000 to support vessels operating in the Lough Neagh eel and scale fishery, in recognition of reduced market demand due to Covid-19 in 2020. It brings the total support directed…