Ireland's fishing industry is “on its knees” and in need of protection

“Effective Marine Protection Areas (MPAs) are the best way forward to improving fish populations," says Grace Carr of Irish Wildlife Trust

Grace Carr, of the Irish Wildlife Trust, takes part in the demonstration outside Leinster House, oganised by the Fair Seas coalition, calling on the Government to publish Marine Protection Area (MPA) legislation. PIC: Conor Ó Mearáin

Grace Carr could be described as a fearless woman.

As marine advocacy officer for the Irish Wildlife Trust, she is no stranger to the often terrifying art of public speaking. As well as regularly presenting compelling evidence to the Oireachtas, she also recently addressed the UN Ocean Conference in Nice.