Veterinary Ireland wants immobiliser ban review

AN organisation representing the veterinary profession has called for an immediate review of the ban on electro-immobilisers for livestock control.

Veterinary Ireland has claimed that the alternatives to immobilisers which have been suggested are unsuitable in many farm situations, and the immobiliser ban will significantly increase the risk of serious injury to vets treating difficult animals.

Under ministerial order by Agriculture Minister Mary Coughlan, use of an electro-immobiliser will be illegal from September 1.