Simon Coveney (Cork South Central, Fine Gael) | Oireachtas source

That issue will be dealt with when we put in place codes or regulations, whichever is appropriate, on terrier work, which we are proposing to do. The term "unnecessary suffering", used in this section, is actually defined in a previous section. I know the Deputy does not agree with the way we have dealt with hunting, upon which we have just voted. I am not proposing to ban hunting or terrier work but I am proposing to ensure that the codes of conduct that exist are properly implemented and are improved, if necessary. The Deputy's concern will, hopefully, be accommodated by that approach.