Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 22 October 2024
588. Deputy Paul Murphy asked the Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine the results of his Department’s investigation following the pig farm footage given by an anonymous tip-off on 5 March 2023. [42430/24]
Amharc ar fhreagraIn March 2024 my Department received material relating to alleged breaches of animal welfare requirements on two Irish pig farms. I can confirm that the material was reviewed by my officials and a follow up investigation was commenced. Enforcement actions as considered necessary and appropriate were taken. The matter is still subject to on-going review and investigation.
I can also confirm to the Deputy that pig farms in Ireland are subject to risk-based animal welfare inspections, as part of official controls carried out under specific pig welfare legislation. My Department is fully committed to promoting and maintaining high animal welfare standards and to continued enforcement of the Animal Health and Welfare Act 2013, and other relevant animal welfare legislation.
