Dáil Éireann debate -
Tuesday, 23 Jan 1996

Vol. 460 No. 3

Written Answers. - Ward Union Stag Hunt.

Tony Gregory

Question:

403 Mr. Gregory asked the Minister for Justice if she will request the Garda to monitor the Ward Union Stag Hunt, County Meath to assess whether it involves the infliction of unnecessary suffering on wild animals; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [1053/96]

Minister for Justice (Mrs. Owen)

I am informed by the Garda authorities that they monitor all hunts, subject to available resources.