The country’s fishermen were praised today for a day of action in protest at what they claim are extremist measures to prosecute them for fishing offences.

Furious fishermen gathered in protest in the country’s main ports today to warn the Government the new controversial Fisheries Bill will not be accepted.

Over 300 fishing boats were on course for the country’s main ports today to stage a protest to demand changes to the controversial Fisheries Bill.

TRAWLER owners at Waterford port say they face “eviction” within weeks as the port authority presses ahead with plans to sell and develop lands in the area.