Union says services to farmers will be hit with veterinary office closure
The union, which represents departmental agricultural officers, said the closure plan could also compromise food safety services.
IMPACT said no discussions have been scheduled with representatives of the 20 staff who work at the centre, or with representatives of the many farmers who will be hit by the closure. It said the Tallaght office, which has overall responsibility for the certification of around 70% of Ireland’s live exports, provides services to farmers with 1,500 herds and around 110,000 cattle.
