Organisation: Sea-Fisheries Protection Authority

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<p>The SFPA confirmed that during 2022, five incidents were due to suspected norovirus — also known as the Winter Vomiting Bug — in shellfish.</p>

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Number of seafood products found that could cause illness rises fourfold in a year

One customer complaint centred around a piece of metal found in a smoked salmon product

<p>Video of the boat’s movements were then live streamed to the Naval Base in Haulbowline (pictured). Picture: Denis Minihane</p>

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German trawler detained by Irish navy as skipper charged with fishing offences

<p>The 'Irish Examiner' has received a protected disclosure alleging that the authorities have turned a blind eye to persistent lawbreaking. Picture: John D McHugh/AFP/Getty</p>

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Ireland faces sanctions over fishy goings-on with quotas

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Clean policies underpin maritime future

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Fishing industry outlines Brexit concerns

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Unregulated fishing the biggest threat to the industry

Almost 4,000 fishing sector inspections found high levels of compliance

The country’s marine watchdog has said that it has carried out almost 4,000 sea-fisheries inspections this year and found high levels of compliance with regulations.

Tue, 27 Dec, 2016

China fears for Irish crab meat exceeding cadmium limits

Chinese food import authorities have said they are concerned that the levels of heavy metal cadmium in live crabs coming from Ireland exceeds their limits.

Thu, 26 Nov, 2015

Monster supertrawler currently operating in Irish waters

The country’s fishing watchdog has said a supertrawler currently operating off Ireland’s Atlantic coast is likely to be inspected — even though it is not doing anything illegal.

Thu, 12 Nov, 2015

Food safety authority cracks down on firms’ poor hygiene standards

One of the highest number of enforcement orders in 10 years was dished out to cafés and restaurants last month, figures show.

Wed, 08 Aug, 2012

Companies rapped over food hygiene

One of the highest number of enforcement orders in 10 years was dished out to cafes and restaurants last month, new figures have revealed.

Tue, 07 Aug, 2012

Bilateral fisheries deal with France

Dublin: The Sea-Fisheries Protection Authority (SFPA) and the French Fisheries Control Authorities signed a bilateral agreement, which will enhance existing fisheries control and inspection arrangements between Ireland and France.

Sat, 02 Apr, 2011

Work placements for students

Dublin: The Sea-Fisheries Protection Authority (SFPA) has launched a partnership with National Learning Network (NLN) to provide work placements for six students at SFPA offices over the next 12 months.

Sat, 12 Feb, 2011

Euro-toques probe heavy food checks for producers

CHEFS and cooks have launched an investigation of disproportionate food safety requirements for small-scale producers. Through the Euro-toques organisation, they want information from primary and secondary food producers on food safety enforcement issues.

Thu, 29 Jul, 2010

Fishermen continue fuel price blockade

FISHERMEN blockaded Cork and Waterford ports yesterday, continuing their protest at soaring fuel prices and EU fish quotas.

Wed, 11 Jun, 2008

Six vessels held for catch offences

THE Sea-Fisheries Protection Authority detained six Irish-registered fishing vessels for alleged catch offences in January, it was revealed yesterday.

Tue, 05 Feb, 2008