asked the Minister for Agriculture if his attention has been drawn to an article (details supplied) in connection with badger baiting; and if he intends taking any action in relation to the matters outlined therein, purely in the context of the fines and penalties of engaging in this gruesome behaviour.
Written Answers. - Badger Baiting.
21.
I have seen the article referred to. Badger baiting is an offence under the Protection of Animals Acts and under the Wildlife Act, 1976, and I am consulting the Ministers concerned about the possible revision of the penalties at present applying to the offence.