Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 25 June 2024
323. Deputy Réada Cronin asked the Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine if he can guarantee that Departmental vets, either by employment or contract, attended every slaughter day and for the whole slaughter day at a company (details supplied) since the start of its operations; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [27197/24]
View answerOn day of slaughter at the food business mentioned, a DAFM Veterinary Inspector and at least 2 technical agricultural officers are present for the duration of slaughter. DAFM staff are present prior to slaughter and for the completion of official control checks throughout the day. Temporary Veterinary Inspectors also assist the Veterinary Inspector on occasions
