Fishing fleet could be 'slashed' due to Brexit, says report 

A flotilla of fishing vessels sailed into the Port of Cork last month to highlight the plight of the industry. Picture: Larry Cummins

Ireland’s fishing fleet is likely to be slashed because of Brexit, an interim Government report on the impact of Brexit on the fishing industry has concluded.

The cuts will, the Government hopes, ensure those left in the industry can survive on a “sustainable” footing.