The family of a Polish fisherman lost at sea after the sinking of a trawler five years ago have been awarded €400,000.

TWO families who lost loved ones in one of the country’s worst trawler tragedies issued an emotional “thank you” last night for the support they have received.

The tragic events of the last 10 days have left the southern coastal community plumbing the depths of grief, loneliness and despair. Caroline O’Doherty explains why fishing is a riskier business than ever.