Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 3 October 2017
465. Deputy Maureen O'Sullivan asked the Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine his plans to take action regarding the correspondence sent by a person (details supplied) and forwarded to him as advised regarding serious neglect and treatment of animals; if his attention has been drawn to the fact that GSOC has been contacted regarding the correspondence; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [41623/17]
Amharc ar fhreagraI have responded in detail to questions previously put down regarding issues raised by the person to whom the Deputy refers. I have explained in earlier replies my Department's responsibilities with regard to the welfare of horses and the options open to the person should he wish to further progress complaints relating to the welfare of horses.
Horse Racing Ireland and the Turf Club have confirmed to my Department that they have fully examined all matters under their remit in respect of this issue and they have apprised the person concerned of the outcome.
As this matter is before the courts it would be inappropriate for me to comment further.
