Paul Murphy (Dublin South West, Solidarity)
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1116. To ask the Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine to provide an update into the investigation into the operations of a company (details supplied) ; and g when the investigation will be completed. [29788/25]

Martin Heydon (Kildare South, Fine Gael)
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The Deputy will be aware that my Department had been leading an investigation into the named food plant prior to the Department revoking its approval in June 2024.

In light of the nature of evidence discovered in the course of the Department’s investigation, it was agreed earlier this year that it was appropriate that An Garda Síochána take the lead role in the investigation with ongoing support and assistance being provided by the Department. The investigation primarily relates to animal welfare and traceability practices at the plant.

While it is vitally important to ensure that this process continues without prejudice, I can confirm my Department is fully committed to giving all necessary assistance to An Garda Síochána to enable appropriate enforcement action be taken where any breaches of the law are found to have occurred.