Malcolm Noonan (Carlow-Kilkenny, Green Party)
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I understand that the National Parks and Wildlife Service of my Department had conducted an investigation in relation to the sale of electronic rodent traps by a retailer. Upon notification of the legal status of the traps, the retailer promptly removed them from sale and quarantined them until their UK-based manufacturer could collect them.

The decision to prosecute is taken carefully on case by case basis and on consideration of a number of factors including evidentiary standard, public interest and legal advice. It would not be appropriate for me to comment further at this time.

Malcolm Noonan (Carlow-Kilkenny, Green Party)
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The National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) of my Department has commenced a project to review and update wildlife legislation. This is an extensive review and is a multi-year project. It will examine closely the effectiveness of our legislation in protecting wildlife and regulating activities that adversely impact on wildlife and biodiversity. A first phase of public consultation will commence soon. Many aspects of legislation will be examined as part of this project, including the issue raised in the Question.