New Corporate Plan focuses on sustainability, says Inland Fisheries Ireland “If I was to sum up our corporate plan in one word, it would be this – sustainability,” Francis O’ Donnell, Chief Executive Officer with Inland Fisheries Ireland.
Francis O’Donnell, Chief Executive Officer of Inland Fisheries Ireland. Photography Credit: Emagine
Inland Fisheries Ireland, the state agency responsible for the protection
and conservation of freshwater fish and habitats, has launched its 2021 – 2025 corporate plan. Following on from the Government’s Climate Action Bill, Inland Fisheries Ireland will focus on the conservation and preservation of inland fisheries and sea angling resources. The plan is underpinned by seven ‘High Level Objectives’ and these are centred around: Habitats, Fish, Stakeholders, Sustainability, Our People, Corporate Management and Innovation. In summarising the new plan, Francis O’ Donnell said: “If I was to sum up our corporate plan in one word, it would be this – sustainability. It’s at the heart of what we’re trying to achieve at Inland Fisheries Ireland, from developing sustainable fish habitats to promoting sustainable angling to achieving our
climate action and biodiversity goals in the most sustainable way possible.” Fintan Gorman, the Chairperson of Inland Fisheries Ireland, said: “This plan comes at a vital time for
Fintan Gorman, Chairperson of Inland Fisheries Ireland. Photography Credit: Emagine
Inland Fisheries Ireland and at a critical time for the resource. The clear message here is that
Pictured is the Glenamurra River in Co. Mayo, following the completion of fencing and planting along the river under the ‘Habitats and Conservation’ scheme. Photography credit: Inland Fisheries Ireland
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