94 Mr. Deasy asked the Minister for the Marine and Natural Resources the scientific evidence on which the Laune catchment agreement phase II was based; and if he has satisfied himself that the figures quoted stand up to scrutiny. [5338/02]

95 Mr. Deasy asked the Minister for the Marine and Natural Resources Resources the make up of a company (details supplied); the members of this company; its owners; if this company is under the control of the relevant fishery board; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [5339/02]

I propose to take Question Nos. 94 and 95 together.

The South-Western Regional Fisheries Board informs me that it is encouraging the development of a catchment management plan for the Laune catchment. The company to which the Deputy refers was established by the Laune catchment management group for the purpose of managing the financial aspects of the catchment management plan. The board has indicated that it is not directly involved in the company. I am asking the board to communicate directly with the Deputy in relation to the information sought which is a day-to-day matter for the board.