Niall Collins
Question:891. Deputy Niall Collins asked the Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine his views on correspondence (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [9794/26]
View answerDáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 10 February 2026
891. Deputy Niall Collins asked the Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine his views on correspondence (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [9794/26]
View answerThe events raised by the named person have been the subject of two separate internal reviews by senior management of my Department. Comprehensive formal written responses were issued on both occasions to the named person outlining my Department’s position. A further written response was issued by my Department on 4 February 2026 in relation to the named person’s recent correspondence dated 22 January 2026.
My Department investigates all complaints received in relation to animal health and welfare but is not at liberty to disclose investigative details and follow up actions with third parties.These constraints are necessary to maintain the integrity of our procedures and confidentiality obligations.