Dáil Éireann díospóireacht -
Thursday, 22 May 2003

Vol. 567 No. 3

Written Answers. - Nitrates Directive.

Joan Burton

Ceist:

12 Ms Burton asked the Minister for Agriculture and Food the measures he will implement to ensure that water pollution is reduced as a result of decisions taken in relation to the nitrates directive; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [13994/03]

Minister for Agriculture and Food (Mr. Walsh)

The implementation of the Nitrates Directive is a matter for the Minister for the Environment and Local Government.