asked the Minister for Agriculture and Food the plans he has to develop the horse industry in Ireland.

Following the publication of the Report of the Commission of Inquiry into the Thoroughbred Horse Breeding Industry the views of the various interests concerned with breeding and racing were examined and I will be submitting proposals on the future of the industry to the Government shortly.

As regards the non-thoroughbred horse industry, discussions are taking place with the various interests concerned with the half-bred horse industry. When these are finalised I will submit my proposals regarding the future of the sector to the Government. In the meantime the winding up of the affairs of Bord na gCapall is proceeding. The Irish Horse Register and Register of Approved Stallions are being administered by my Department and the inspection of riding establishments is being carried out by the Association of Irish Riding Establishments on a voluntary basis.

Is it the Minister's intention that time be made available in the House to debate that report.

I hope so. When I introduce the legislation there will obviously be Government time.