Call to reinstate firearms forum
There was previously a firearms consultative panel comprised of various firearms interest groups which the department consulted.
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.
