Dáil Éireann Debate, Wednesday - 28 April 2021
1159. Deputy Colm Burke asked the Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine if consideration will be given to the inclusion of the poultry industry under the remit of an organisation (details supplied) which includes beef and sheep only; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [22102/21]
View answerThe Department has examined an outline proposal in relation to improving animal health and welfare in the poultry sector. The Department is awaiting further details in relation to objectives, timelines and financial implications, and looks forward to further discussing the proposal with both the organisation mentioned and representatives of the poultry industry.
