Wildlife Protection

Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 3 November 2020

Tuesday, 3 November 2020

Ceisteanna (642)

Patricia Ryan

Ceist:

642. Deputy Patricia Ryan asked the Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage his plans to establish a dedicated wildlife crime unit; the location the unit will be based; the number of staff that will be allocated to same; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [33831/20]

Freagraí scríofa

Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage

I plan, with Minister of State Noonan to establish this dedicated Unit during 2021. Details in relation to the functions, location and staffing resources of the Unit have not been determined at this time.