Call to reinstate firearms forum

The holders of licensed firearms play an important role in rural life and should have a voice in related discussions on regulations and legislation, the Senate was told.

Senator Eileen Lynch (FG) said farmers and hunters use licensed firearms to control vermin and tackle predators, protect crops, livestock and poultry and protect habitats and biodiversity.

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