Seanad debates

Thursday, 25 February 2010

Dog Breeding Establishments Bill 2009: Committee Stage (Resumed)

 

11:00 am

Photo of Ivor CallelyIvor Callely (Fianna Fail)

I thank the Minister for his response in respect of the issues I raised. I am not my party's spokesperson on this topic. As already indicated, all that I am is a simple dog lover who is concerned about animal welfare. I welcome the fact that the Minister has indicated the merits of the work done to bring this legislation before the House. I appreciate what he said in that regard and I am of the view that everyone would support improved regulation, especially as this would be in the best interests of animal welfare.

I have a difficulty in respect of one issue. I spend a great deal of time in west Cork and I enjoy participating in traditional rural pastimes. On occasion, I have also enjoyed the Ward Union Hunt. There appears to be a degree of ambiguity in respect of this matter. The Minister indicated that he was expecting some amendments to be forthcoming in the aftermath of the Fianna Fáil parliamentary party meeting he attended. He also indicated that the Bill will not impact on the Ward Union Hunt, rural pastimes and other issues of that nature.

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