As appeals against these decisions may currently be submitted to ALAB and, in view of the independent status of ALAB, it would not be appropriate for me to comment further on the matter at this stage. Aqualicense provides training on the strategic development of business, good governance, legal and regulatory compliance and risk management. Marion Rueter . Aquaculture businesses are wading through ever-increasing levels of regulation, reporting and costs while also facing uncertain outcomes. 18 June 2019 . Aqualicense understands the frustration and burden that aquaculture licensing can force on a company. Ann has an impeccable reputation for advising organisations on legal compliance, best practice, employment issues, strategic management and other business matters. It’s a growing industry and one I am proud to be part of. Any person who engages in aquaculture without a licence or who breaches the terms of a licence may be prosecuted through the courts. Kate is the CEO of Aqualicense Limited. Aquaculture licensing is administered through the Aquaculture and Foreshore Management Division of the Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine. Kate has been involved in every stage of the aquaculture licensing process, from concept, design, project management, stakeholder engagement, and consultant briefing, to environmental impact mitigation, technology development and advocacy. My Department considers all applications for aquaculture licences in accordance with the provisions of the 1997 Fisheries (Amendment) Act, the 1933 Foreshore Act and applicable national and EU legislation. We translate science into actions. She has built a strong profile within the Irish Aquaculture industry as she pivoted from a legal background into aquaculture in the past ten years. The licensing process involves consultation with a wide range of scientific and technical advisers as well as various Statutory Consultees. We provide Environmental Impact Mitigation Advice relating to site selection, design and operations. Appeal against the decision of the Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine to grant an Aquaculture and Foreshore Licence to Irish Mussel Seed Co Ltd., Site Ref T32/27 for the collection of mussel spat using longlines on a site on the foreshore in an area on the foreshore between Clogga Bay and Kilmichael Point, Co Wicklow . Aquaculture and Foreshore Licence Templates have been developed which indicate the generic terms and conditions that apply to licences issued for the various types of aquaculture activity. A review of the Irish Aquaculture Licensing process, in 2017, made a recommendation for a 20 year licence term. This is compounded by the length of time it takes for a licensing decision to be made. Please upgrade to the latest version of one of these free browsers: Internet Explorer, Firefox, Safari or Chrome. The minister decides on applications made to the division on the approved application form and accompanied by the appropriate fees. The information you submit will be analysed to improve the site and will not be responded to individually. She applied for and received an offshore aquaculture license for her first start-up company in this sector. We carry out regular inspection of sea lice levels on all fish farms in Ireland in accordance with the Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine’s sea lice Monitoring Protocol (2000) and Strategy (2008). In 2018, she was identified by the Irish Times as a ‘female innovator shaping the islands future’, named a national finalist in the Enterprise Ireland Young Entrepreneur of the Year competition and a national finalist in the Bank of Ireland Entrepreneur Awards. 'Root and branch' reform of the aquaculture licence application process is necessary, according to a report (Review of the Aquaculture Licensing Process) published by the Independent Aquaculture Licence Review Committee. Full details of the appeals process can be obtained at: http://www.alab.ie/appealsprocess/. Aqualicense stand by your side at all stages of the licensing process. The Wildlife Acts 1976 to 2018 provide a wide-ranging basis for the protection of habitats and species throughout Ireland. Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine, National Seafood Centre, Clonakilty, Co. Cork, Kilminchy Court, Dublin Road, Portlaoise, Co Laois, Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine. We'd like to use analytics and functionality cookies to help us improve it but we require your consent to do so. Our engagement with statutory bodies and public stakeholders is meaningful because our end-to-end service gives us an in-depth understanding of your business and your license application. Our in-depth sectoral knowledge, legal compliance expertise, strong advocacy skills, and belief in clear communication, are what sets us apart from the rest. Deputy Brendan Howlin asked the Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine if his attention has been drawn to the disappointment expressed by a company (details supplied) on receipt of the aquaculture and foreshore licences issued to it by his Department; if negotiations will be opened with the company; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [39139/19]. Aqualicense believe that aquaculture can co-exist productively in the environment when designed and operated properly. We provide routine up-dates to clients, feedback, interpretation, engagement and consultations. Aquaculture licensing is administered through the Aquaculture and Foreshore Management Division of the Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine. She has built a strong profile within the Irish Aquaculture industry as she pivoted from a legal background into aquaculture in the past ten years. Our Environmental Impact Assessment Reports are designed to be a usable tool for the practice of aquaculture as opposed to being a mere scientific assessment to aid licensing. Grant Licence . All appeals must be made in writing on the appeals application form, setting out the grounds of appeal and addressed to: This is a prototype - your feedback will help us to improve it. Ann was appointed a full member of the Forum for Peace and Reconciliation because of her interest and involvement in the Northern Ireland peace process. She is the senior lecturer on the law and regulation of aquabusiness in the Institute of Technology Carlow. If a Licence is required for more than one site a separate application form must be completed for each site, From September 2015 once an application goes to Public Notice the relevant documentation will be available on the website for information at Aquaculture/Foreshore Licence Applications. From In some jurisdictions perpetual licences are granted, subject to on-going operator compliance with environmental standards. Having obtained an honours law degree from Trinity College Dublin, Ann qualified both as a barrister and as a solicitor. The legislation also provides for a period of public consultation. Aqualicense are currently recruiting for a, For more information visit our Careers page. Your browser is out of date and some features of this web site may not display correctly. Kate’s experience in aquaculture licensing, law and business has enabled her to develop a team behind the services offered through Aqualicense. Application Form for an Aquaculture and Foreshore Licence for a single specific site.