Martin Ferris (Kerry North, Sinn Fein)

I concur with previous speakers. The greyhound industry is important in rural areas, especially in my constituency in north Kerry, and contributes substantially to the local economy. Those involved are most concerned about what the Minister has proposed in the Bill. It would alleviate many difficulties if we had clarification on the Minister's input on the amendment of the 1958 Act.

I support Deputy Lynch's amendment. It reflects the views of those associated with the industry, good decent people who contribute substantially to the rural economy. It is probably one of the most successful aspects of the rural economy at the moment. The fear is that the Minister is trying to destroy it.

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