Wildlife Conservation.

Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 1 July 2008

Tuesday, 1 July 2008

Questions (69)

Jan O'Sullivan

Question:

137 Deputy Jan O’Sullivan asked the Minister for Agriculture, Fisheries and Food his views on the action plans published by the National Parks and Wildlife Service to secure red squirrel and bat populations in forests; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [25572/08]

Written answers

Minister for Agriculture, Fisheries and Food (Deputy Brendan Smith)

I fully support the conservation of the red squirrel and bat populations in Ireland. Officials in my Department will be working closely with the National Parks and Wildlife Service in implementing these Species Action Plans.