I propose to take Questions Nos. 244 and 245 together.
Article 67 of Regulation (EC) No 1107/2009 requires professional users of Plant Protection Products (PPP) to maintain records of PPP use for at least a 3 year period. The EU regulation does not require professional users to maintain records of purchases; it does, however, require vendors to maintain records of sales.
The question of the length of time Coillte keeps records of pesticide purchase and use is a matter for, and the responsibility of, the company as a commercial State Body. I have accordingly referred the Deputy’s question to Coillte and have requested that a response issue to you within 10 days.