2654. Deputy Robert O'Donoghue asked the Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine the protocols, standard procedures and veterinary guidance followed by Department officials when carrying out or supervising the euthanasia of cattle on farms; whether these protocols include requirements to minimise distress by ensuring that animals are not euthanised within sight of other cattle where reasonably practicable; the way these protocols relate to the protections in the Slaughter of Animals Act 1935 and other animal welfare legislation; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [59878/26]

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2654. Deputy Robert O'Donoghue asked the Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine the protocols, standard procedures and veterinary guidance followed by Department officials when carrying out or supervising the euthanasia of cattle on farms; whether these protocols include requirements to minimise distress by ensuring that animals are not euthanised within sight of other cattle where reasonably practicable; the way these protocols relate to the protections in the Slaughter of Animals Act 1935 and other animal welfare legislation; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [59878/26]

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1. 7 September 2026

   Animal Slaughtering

   2654. Deputy Robert O'Donoghue asked the Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine the protocols, standard procedures and veterinary guidance followed by Department officials when carrying out or supervising the euthanasia of cattle on farms; whether these protocols include requirements to minimise distress by ensuring that animals are not euthanised within sight of other cattle where reasonably practicable; the way these protocols relate to the protections in the Slaughter of Animals Act 1935 and other animal welfare legislation; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [59878/26]

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