National Parks and Wildlife Service

Tuesday, 5 November 2024

Questions (608)

Paul Donnelly

Question:

608. Deputy Paul Donnelly asked the Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage the number of biologists employed by the National Parks and Wildlife Service; and what areas they specialise in. [45045/24]

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Written answers

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

The National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) of my Department does not employ staff as qualified biologists and does not have such a grade or title of position. While there may be staff who have such qualifications, there are not specific biologist appointments within NPWS. My Department therefore would not hold a record of such qualifications.