asked the Minister for Agriculture whether he is aware that several hundreds are employed in the rabbit-skinning industry, whether he is aware of the increasing employment which this industry now offers; and, if so, whether he will take the necessary steps to make the removal of the skin a necessary condition for the export of rabbits.
Ceisteanna—Questions. Oral Answers. - Rabbit-skinning Industry.
I am aware that employment is given in the skinning of rabbits for the export trade. I am, however, satisfied that it would not be advisable to make the removal of the skin a necessary condition for the export of rabbits.