Joe O'Reilly (Fine Gael)

I would suggest the same, but in reverse.

Whoever proposed this is barking mad. It is ludicrous and shows a lack of knowledge of the industry and of reality. While I accept the point that the Bill might not necessarily be enforcing breeding at four months, the fact it is suggested that bitches would be breeding and encouraged to breed at four months is bizarre. I presume good sense will prevail and that the Minister will announce his acceptance of the amendment. Anything else does not bear contemplation.