Lorraine Higgins (Labour) | Oireachtas source

I thank the Minister of State for the very detailed response but unfortunately, I am bogged down in technicality. There was very little to address the problem I have highlighted relating to Department inspections. The Minister must face up to and acknowledge the fact that there is a problem in this regard. He must issue a directive from the Department that any official found breaching fundamental laws that protect the farmer will face disciplinary action by the Department. It is unacceptable that the fundamental rights of Irish farmers are being breached, and something must be done. If action does not come from the top down, there is little hope for the laws of the country.