Ciarán Cannon (Galway East, Fine Gael)
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We were all deeply disturbed by the excellent "RTÉ Investigates" documentary on the horrific maltreatment of innocent animals and the fraudulent moving of identities for profit and gain. I believe I am representative of the public in general in being somewhat confused as to the roles, responsibilities and remits of Horse Racing Ireland, the IHRB and the Department of agriculture. Will Ms Eade quickly outline where the responsibility for protecting equine welfare resides? From a legislative perspective, it ultimately resides within the Department but how does that translate into the work and responsibilities of HRI and the IHRB? I would just like the public to be aware of how the triumvirate works as regards equine welfare.