§ MR. T. M. HEALYI beg to ask the Chief Secretary to the Lord Lieutenant of Ireland if he is aware that a steamer has been lately trawling in Brandon Bay, County Kerry, contrary to a bye-law made many years ago prohibiting trawling in this bay; and, if so, what steps will be taken to prosecute the owners or master of this vessel; and if there is any coastguard or other authority near this bay to prevent infractions of the law; and, if not, what steps will be taken to enforce the observance of the law, and protect the fishermen from such conduct?
§ MR. MADDENThe Fishery Inspectors say that it is the case that the offence referred to in the question was reported to have occurred in Brandon Bay, and they are engaged in making the necessary inquiries.