Pat Upton
Ceist:168 Dr. Upton asked the Minister for Agriculture, Food and Forestry if he will ban the velveting of deer in Ireland because of the cruelty aspects of this practice as well as the risks it presents to these animals.
Written Answers. - Velveting of Deer.
I recently arranged for an examination of the question of harvesting antlers in velvet from deer in this country. I shall be pleased to let the Deputy know the result in due course.