Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 17 May 2022
784. Deputy Cian O'Callaghan asked the Minister for Rural and Community Development if she will provide an update on the results of the 2019 public consultation on a review of measures relating to the control of dogs in Ireland; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [24129/22]
Amharc ar fhreagraMy Department conducted a public consultation on measures relating to the control of dogs in Ireland. Approximately 1,000 submissions were received during the public consultation stage and they touched a wide ranging and complex number of issues which required analysis, further consultation with stakeholders and an exploration of approaches in other jurisdictions.
The report "A review of measures relating to the control of dogs in Ireland" is available to view on www.gov.ie/en/policy-information/1e785c-dog-control/.
Some of the issues raised may give rise to changes to existing legislation. My Department is developing amendments to the Control of Dogs Act with a view to its inclusion in the Government's legislative programme.
