Councillor Connolly had thought they would work together until Christmas for the sake of businesses.

A petition has been signed by a number of residents.

The motion was in response to a tragic week in July in which nine people on the island died in swimming related incidents.

He says local Sinn Fein councillors welcomed the funding.

The plans have been approved, subject to two conditions.

Councillor Alison Gilliland, originally from Ballybay, is the 10th woman in the role.

Councillor Val Smith says it's a 'step too far' as salmon are not there.

Councillors want to get an update from Minister Ryan on the scheme.