Dáil Éireann Debate, Wednesday - 15 April 2026
261. Deputy Ruth Coppinger asked the Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage his views on an inappropriate use of an acoustic device, with implications for animal welfare ( details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [27691/26]
View answerThe EC (Birds and Natural Habitats) Regulations 2011, as amended provide strict protection for all Irish species listed on Annex IV of the EU’s Habitats Directive. The EC Regulations prohibit certain activities which could impact on the conservation status of these species. These activities may only be permitted by way of a derogation and a person can apply for a derogation if they cannot avoid works which would capture, kill or disturb them, damage or destroy their breeding sites or resting places.
