Wildlife Protection

Dáil Éireann Debate, Thursday - 8 February 2024

Thursday, 8 February 2024

Ceisteanna (222)

John Paul Phelan

Ceist:

222. Deputy John Paul Phelan asked the Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage to confirm that the proposed stakeholder forum on the sustainable hunting of protected wild birds will include all relevant stakeholders in its membership, including game conservation organisations (details supplied). [5914/24]

Freagraí scríofa

Minister of State at the Department of Housing, Local Government and Heritage

I have committed to the establishment of a stakeholder forum on the sustainable hunting of wild birds. All relevant stakeholders will be invited to take part such as hunting organisations (including the organisations referenced). , eNGOs, Government Departments and farming organisations.