Sporting Rights

Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 17 November 2020

Tuesday, 17 November 2020

Questions (368)

Patricia Ryan

Question:

368. Deputy Patricia Ryan asked the Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage if he will extend the pheasant shooting season in view of the delay caused by the introduction of level 5 restrictions; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [36369/20]

Written answers

Minister of State at the Department of Housing, Local Government and Heritage

It is not possible to be definitive about future public health developments at this time.  There are no current plans to extend the hunting season for pheasants.