The commitment by Fisheries Commissioner, Virginijus Sinkevičius, to undertake a full evaluation of the Common Fisheries Policy (CFP) at today’s informal meeting of fisheries ministers in Belgium has been welcomed by Donegal minister, Charlie McConalogue.
Speaking in Bruges, the Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine said Brexit has been the most significant and ongoing challenge for our fisheries sector.
“I have consistently called for a comprehensive analysis of the impacts of Brexit on the functioning of the CFP, including the impact on EU and Member States’ fishing opportunities,” Minister McConalogue said.
“I welcome Commissioner Sinkevičius’ commitment to carry out an evaluation of the CFP and look forward to engaging with the Commission on this important task.”
At the meeting, organised by Belgium who currently hold the Presidency of the Council of the EU, fisheries ministers from across the EU discussed the future of EU Fisheries and Aquaculture and the key actions needed to help the sector address challenges.
In addition to analysing the impact of Brexit, Minister McConalogue highlighted the need to support the fisheries and aquaculture sector in facing wider, global challenges such as the impact of climate change and the energy transition.
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