Brendan Griffin
Ceist:543 Deputy Brendan Griffin asked the Minister for Agriculture, Fisheries and Food the position regarding the future of fur farming; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [27229/11]
Amharc ar fhreagraTuesday, 4 October 2011
Ceisteanna (519)
Freagraí scríofa
It is my intention to publish an Animal Health & Welfare Bill this year. However, as the Deputy will be aware the Bill is a complex one and will require extensive work in conjunction with the Office of the Parliamentary Counsel to complete the required legal drafting. Once a complete draft is available I intend to publish the Bill. The issue of fur farming is being examined in the context of the ongoing drafting of the Bill.