Ruairí Ó Murchú (Louth, Sinn Fein) | Oireachtas source

I engaged previously with the Minister on issues relating to a very small number of dog owners. A few irresponsible owners can cause a significant number of problems. There are issues concerning the commonage on the Cooley Mountains. In fairness to Louth County Council, its dog wardens have carried out media campaigns, which I welcome.

The ability to fine people has been mentioned, but it must be ensured there is enforcement. I am very interested to hear what timeline the Minister envisages for the recommendations of the stakeholder group. That process is necessary.

Seeing as I am talking about the Cooley Peninsula, the Minister will not be shocked if I try to find out if she has an update for me. She said she would ask the Minister for Transport about the possibility of an upgraded local improvement scheme involving areas such as the Cooley Peninsula that suffered greatly from flooding.

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