Dáil Éireann díospóireacht -
Tuesday, 2 Apr 1996

Vol. 463 No. 6

Written Answers. - Animal Health Certificates.

Brian Cowen

Ceist:

266 Mr. Cowen asked the Minister for Agriculture, Food and Forestry if he will confirm that a member of his veterinary staff was engaged in the illegal provision of blank animal health certificates; when his attention was first drawn to this matter; the charges, if any, that have been brought against this official; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [7206/96]

Minister for Agriculture, Food and Forestry (Mr. Yates)

This matter has been the subject of a detailed investigation by the Garda and officers of my Department. A file has been referred to the DPP. It would not be appropriate for me to comment further at this stage.