Jim Walsh (Fianna Fail)

I thank the Minister of State for his comprehensive response. As the prevailing winds are in our favour, we will avoid the spread of the disease here. When tabling the motion I expected to hear that there was a spray available which would act as a repellant to midges and thus protect animals. However, as the Minister of State did not mention one, that may not be the case. Perhaps he might inquire if such a spray is available. The best approach at this stage might be to create awareness of this problem and ask people to be mindful of it.