asked the Minister for Fisheries and Forestry when it is proposed to have extension works carried out on Blacksod pier; the estimated cost of such works; and the possible time scale for such construction work.

10.

asked the Minister for Fisheries and Forestry if he will give details of the current position regarding the proposal of the development at Blacksod Pier; the estimated cost of the proposed work; and when he will grant approval to commence the work.

I propose to take Questions Nos. 9 and 10 together.

My Department is examining an engineering report and cost estimate for a major improvement at Blacksod Pier. Until this examination is completed I cannot say what works will be recommended in the fisheries interest.

The estimated cost of the scheme varies between £700,000 and £1 million depending on the depth of water to be provided at mean low water spring tides.