John Cummins (Waterford, Fine Gael)
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I hear what the Deputy is saying and understand why he is saying it. His concern relates to pollution and run-off. When the Department of agriculture carries out inspections on farms, it assesses for pollution. Where something is not operating as it should, it will be very evident from an inspection. I accept the Deputy's point on taking action before a facility is built rather than afterwards, when something can become a problem. I can think about that. Perhaps it is something that can be dealt with in the detailed circular I issue to local authorities. However, I take what the Deputy is saying on board.