Dáil Éireann Debate, Wednesday - 9 July 2025
117. Deputy Pádraig O'Sullivan asked the Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine if he will provide details of the salaries of all dog wardens, per county, to include starting salary, increments and top rate of salary, in tabular form; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [38284/25]
Amharc ar fhreagraMy Department has overall policy responsibility for the Control of Dogs Acts 1986 to 2014. However, local authorities have responsibility for all operational matters under the Acts. Under the Control of Dogs Acts, local authorities have the power to appoint dog wardens, issue dog licenses, provide dog shelters, seize dogs, impose on-the-spot fines and take court proceedings against dog owners, where appropriate.
Section 15 of the Control of Dogs Act stipulates that a local authority must employ at least one dog warden.
The salary paid to a dog warden is a matter for each local authority.
