Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 26 March 2019
999. Deputy Catherine Martin asked the Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine the reason a ship (details supplied) was permitted to carry livestock from Greenore to Turkey on 7 March 2018, 10 April 2018 and 9 May 2018 despite the certificate of approval of livestock vessel having expired on 17 February 2018; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [14041/19]
View answerThe vessel in question was issued with temporary approvals while awaiting and pending the co-ordination of a full inspection. All sailings referred to were preceded by an inspection by Veterinary staff from my Department. The loading of cattle were supervised by officials of my Department and the animals were inspected and certified as regards health status and fitness for travel in the normal course.
The vessel in question has also since completed its full inspection and holds an approval until 2024.
