Debate contribution: Fivemiletown Cattle Cull

Debate contribution by Mr Daniel McCrossan on 28 September 2026.

MLA: Mr Daniel McCrossan
Party at the time: Social Democratic and Labour Party
Date: 28 September 2026
Type: Debate contribution
Business: Oral Answers to Questions
Heading: Fivemiletown Cattle Cull
Assembly identifier: Official Report component 5762324

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I thank the Minister. Yes, I am very conscious of commentary from some on the opposite Benches that has, at times, been highly inappropriate. Minister, can you confirm the total costs to your Department and the public purse of the operation that was carried out on that day in slaughtering 51 cattle: the staffing costs, the veterinary costs and the costs of removal and disposal of the animals?

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This follow-up belongs to: Topical question AQT 2631/22-27.

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