Paul Coghlan (Fine Gael) | Oireachtas source

Others behind me are more knowledgeable and may speak further on this matter. On the proposal regarding the microchipping of dogs to make owners more careful, it is a matter where the numbers are on the rise. We all have heard of incidents where the problem is out of control. I am familiar with some of the fouling that goes on in the national parks and other public places. This is an area in which there is a need for control and the Minister's proposals are quite timely. I will leave it at that because Senator Comiskey, and perhaps others, will deal with the matter more fully.