Coughlan: Animal welfare legislation revolt mere ‘exuberance’

TÁNAISTE Mary Coughlan has described the rebellion within Fianna Fáil over animal welfare legislation as merely “exuberance”.

As the Dáil enters its final week before the summer recess, the Government could lose another TD because of the legislation, which has caused ructions between Fianna Fáil and the Greens.

Last week, Fianna Fáil TD Mattie McGrath lost the party whip after voting against the Wildlife (Amendment) Bill, brought forward by Environment Minister and Green leader John Gormley to end stag-hunting.