Mary Upton (Dublin South Central, Labour)

A certain level of skill is needed to ensure the right treatment is delivered. While veterinary professionals are assisted in that regard by modern technology, including sophisticated x-ray equipment and radiological techniques, it is important for them to have empathy with large and small domestic animals.

When the Veterinary Practice Bill 2004 has finally been agreed, it is to be hoped that it will address the concerns of veterinary professionals for the standards of their profession. They deserve to be well served by the new legislation.

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