Mary Coughlan (Donegal South West, Fianna Fail)

Under the Animal Remedies Act 1993, only veterinary practitioners have access to anaesthetics. We are tightening up on that so that no one but a veterinary practitioner, because of the issues involved, will be able to administer an anaesthetic. Having access to something which, under other legislation, is not permitted would have significant consequences outside the parameters of an emergency situation.