Control of Dogs

Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 23 June 2015

Tuesday, 23 June 2015

Questions (586)

Paul Murphy

Question:

586. Deputy Paul Murphy asked the Minister for the Environment, Community and Local Government in view of expert opinion reported in the press (details supplied) that points to shortcomings of breed specific legislation concerning the control of dogs, as well as potential legal difficulties in identifying dog breeds, if he will consider a review of legislation; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [24662/15]

Written answers

Minister for the Environment, Community and Local Government

I refer to the replies to Questions Nos. 542, 543 and 559 of 6 May 2015, No. 208 of 14 May 2015 and No. 977 of 26 May 2015 which set out the position in relation to this matter.

Question No. 587 answered with Question No. 575.

Question No. 588 answered with Question No. 576.