Stronger regulations a 'first step' in protecting livestock from dog attacks

Minister Heather Humphreys has announced a suite of new measures designed to enhance dog control.

New regulations will see dog owners face €300 on-the-spot fines for failing to keep their dogs under control, coming into effect on December 1.

Stronger regulations and funding for dog control announced recently is a "first step", but more must be done to protect livestock from dog attacks, the Irish Farmers' Association has said. 

Minister for Rural and Community Development Heather Humphreys has announced a suite of new measures designed to enhance dog control.