Who qualifies for compensation under Penang’s Fisheries Development Authority rule?

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Only registered fishermen are eligible for compensation.

Fishermen who are registered with the Fisheries Development Authority will be the only individuals eligible to receive compensation related to the Penang South Reclamation (PSR) project. This registration requirement ensures that compensation is provided to those officially recognised within the fishing sector.
Compensation eligibility is tied to official registration

The Penang Chief Minister, Chow Kon Yeow, clarified that eligibility for compensation hinges on being registered under the Fisheries Development Authority. This measure is in place as the state government prepares to discuss compensation packages with affected fishermen following the recent approval of the PSR project's Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA).
Compensation discussions are ongoing

Discussions regarding compensation packages have been initiated, with a special task force led by state exco Dr Afif Bahardin set to engage with representatives of the fishermen's association. While the association has indicated it cannot support the reclamation project, the submission of a compensation proposal suggests an acknowledgement of the need for compensation should the project proceed.
Sand mining requires separate environmental approval

The assurance to Perak fishermen highlights that any sand mining activities required for the reclamation project will necessitate its own distinct EIA report. This separate approval process is not covered by the EIA already obtained for the PSR project itself, addressing concerns that sand extraction off the Perak coast might be involved.

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