John Browne (Wexford, Fianna Fail)

The Minister has considered this issue since Committee Stage. The Bill defines certain functions which may only be performed by a veterinary practitioner, while all other functions may be undertaken by a veterinary practitioner, veterinary nurse or layperson. The Minister is satisfied, particularly following her acceptance of amendments in the Seanad which further clarified the position, that the section is adequate to meet the requirements outlined by Deputy Naughten.

Question, "That the words proposed to be deleted stand", put and declared carried.

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