1116. Deputy Martin Ferris asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport if he is aware that since the introduction of passenger boat regulations by the Government in June 2002, the use of commercial fishing boats as passenger boats has been effectively banned and that although some boats may meet or surpass the safety standards for both fishing and passenger use, they may not be licensed for both purposes; his views on whether this damages tourist and fish angling potential in some rural coastal communities; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [10060/16]

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1116. Deputy Martin Ferris asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport if he is aware that since the introduction of passenger boat regulations by the Government in June 2002, the use of commercial fishing boats as passenger boats has been effectively banned and that although some boats may meet or surpass the safety standards for both fishing and passenger use, they may not be licensed for both purposes; his views on whether this damages tourist and fish angling potential in some rural coastal communities; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [10060/16]

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