BIM spends €216,000 on salmon farm application
The planned development near the island of Inishturk has been the subject of protests by conservationists and fishermen, who claim it could have an impact on the wild salmon population and angling tourism.
A total of €155,000 has been spent by Bord Iascaigh Mhara (BIM) on an independent environmental study in respect of the salmon farm, while a further €52,545 has been spent on legal advice.
