Maureen O'Sullivan (Dublin Central, Independent) | Oireachtas source

I move amendment No. 38:

In page 22, subsection (1)(c), between lines 21 and 22, to insert the following:
"(iii) the substandard animal health and welfare conditions of the destination country of Irish animal exports,".

There have been instances where animals were exported to countries where the animal health and welfare standards are way below those which obtain in Ireland. The amendment is designed to deal with such situations. I am aware that the Minister has done some work in this area and what we are seeking to do is strengthen the protections in respect of animals being exported from this country. I will be interested to hear the Minister's comments on this matter.