Conor D. McGuinness

Conor D. McGuinness, Sinn Féin TD from Waterford and Chair of the Oireachtas Committee on Fisheries and Maritime Affairs, shares urgent concerns about Coast Guard pilots' working conditions. He highlights issues regarding fatigue from 24-hour shifts and new operator rules limiting rest time. McGuinness discusses regulatory complexities and alleges miscounting of working hours. He stresses that proper rest standards are crucial for safety, not just crew availability, pointing to significant implications for scheduling and crew numbers.