PQ 2612
2612. Deputy Paul Lawless asked the Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine when he intends to appoint a dedicated Animal Welfare Inspector for County Mayo; whether he is satisfied that there are sufficient animal welfare inspection and enforcement resources available in the county to investigate reports of animal cruelty and neglect; the plans in place to ensure adequate inspection and enforcement of animal welfare standards at agricultural shows and other public events involving animals in County Mayo; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [57470/26]
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2612. Deputy Paul Lawless asked the Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine when he intends to appoint a dedicated Animal Welfare Inspector for County Mayo; whether he is satisfied that there are sufficient animal welfare inspection and enforcement resources available in the county to investigate reports of animal cruelty and neglect; the plans in place to ensure adequate inspection and enforcement of animal welfare standards at agricultural shows and other public events involving animals in County Mayo; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [57470/26]
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