FISHING industry businesses have urged the Government to deliver on its commitments ahead of next month’s Budget.
They warned that livelihoods are at stake unless significant financial support is announced in the Dail on October 6.
The Seafood Ireland Alliance (SIA) issued its warnings and said action is vital for the “long-term viability for the industry”.
A spokesperson said: “The SIA is calling on the Government to honour the commitments given to the seafood sector last December to assist in ensuring long-term viability for the industry.
“Without the provision of significant financial support and policy change, the sector faces an uncertain future.”
An Taoiseach Micheal Martin met industry leaders last December and the Food Vision Seafood Sector Group was subsequently established in February 2026.
A report has since been submitted to the Government with recommendations to help the industry as part of Seafood Vision 2030.
The Seafood Ireland Alliance has called on the Government to deliver ahead of Budget 2027.
Dominic Rihan of the Killybegs Fishermen’s Organisation said: “The Government needs to deliver on commitments already made”.
Aodh O’Donnell of the Irish Fish Producers’ Organisation described the situation as “dire”.
The SIA spokesperson added: “We are committed to engaging constructively with Government in the lead-up to Budget 2027.
“A properly resourced, cross-Government response to the Seafood Vision 2030 submission is now a matter of urgency for coastal communities around the country.”
Finance Minister Simon Harris is due to announced Budget 2027 in Dail Eireann on October 6.