Fishing industry seeks Government help as soaring fuel costs threaten Irish fleet

Decommissioning of fishing vessels has been used in recent years as part of efforts to address financial pressures and quota reductions in the sector. Picture: Denis Minihane.

The Seafood Ireland Alliance has called on the Government to help fishermen cope with soaring fuel costs.

Industry representatives say escalating fuel prices are placing severe pressure on Ireland’s fishing fleet and coastal economies.