Michael Healy-Rae
Question:251. Deputy Michael Healy-Rae asked the Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine if the case of a person (details supplied) will be examined; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [16091/21]
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The person named had a TB breakdown in 2011 during which a number of calves were identified as reactors. The calves were euthanised on farm with the consent of the herdowner.
My officials have engaged extensively with the herdowner over the past several years on this issue. The person named has had a number of meetings with senior officials of my Department and, most recently, in November 2019. I am satisfied that the matter has been handled properly, fairly and adequately in full compliance with Department guidelines and was carried out in the best interests of animal health and welfare in the circumstances pertaining to the herd at the time.