456. Deputy Seán Kenny asked the Minister for the Environment, Community and Local Government if he is aware that the current breed-specific regulations under the Control of Dogs Act 1998, which comes within the remit of his Department, make it legally impossible for the listed dog breeds to be used in autism assistance and disability support work, including therapeutic roles, either within Ireland or for persons travelling here, who may use these breeds in those roles; the potential implications of this in disability law; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [19349/15]

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456. Deputy Seán Kenny asked the Minister for the Environment, Community and Local Government if he is aware that the current breed-specific regulations under the Control of Dogs Act 1998, which comes within the remit of his Department, make it legally impossible for the listed dog breeds to be used in autism assistance and disability support work, including therapeutic roles, either within Ireland or for persons travelling here, who may use these breeds in those roles; the potential implications of this in disability law; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [19349/15]

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