It seems strange that five cattle had to be destroyed in the manner they were. However, contrary to what Senator Trevor Ó Clochartaigh stated, it was to prevent these cattle from entering the food chain; it had nothing to do with repossession. We all have our views on repossessions. Repossession should obviously only be used be a last resort when all other avenues have been explored. In this case, I understand the animals were destroyed because they had TB or some other related disease and meat from then had to be prevented from entering the food chain. Therefore it was a public health matter, regardless of who made the decision. Let us not jump to conclusions.

Let us ask the Minister to clarify.

Exactly. We will hear the Leader respond in due course.