An RTE programme highlighting examples of animal cruelty broadcast last night has been condemned by the Minister for Agriculture Charlie McConalogue.
The 'Prime Time Investigates' programme showed scenes of animal abuse being carried out by certain farmers around the Country.
Fianna Fail MEP for Ireland South Billy Kelleher says he was disgusted and dismayed at the scenes and added that random spot-checks need to be carried outMEP
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at all marts to determine a fuller picture of the situation.
Billy Kelleher says the Department of Agriculture needs to urgently ensure that there is full enforcement of EU regulations to ensure that animals are treated with respect.
