asked the Minister for Justice the outcome of the Garda investigation into the slaughter of badgers at Belgooly, County Cork; and if he will make a statement on the matter.
Written Answers. - Slaughter of Badgers.
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It is not the practice for Ministers for Justice to make statements to the House about the progress of specific Garda investigations except in singular instances where the circumstances are so exceptional that such a course is considered appropriate.
I would refer the Deputy to my reply to Question No. 36 of 3 March 1988. All I can add is that Garda investigations are continuing in this case.