Under the Control of Horses Act, local authorities can seize horses in a number of circumstances.
Local authorities in the midlands seized 60 horses in the first nine months of this year.
Under the Control of Horses Act, county councils can seize horses in a number of circumstances.
These powers can be used in respect of stray horses, including if they're put on land without the owner's permission.
Laois had one of the largest rates in the country at 44 - with 11 horses seized in Westmeath, and five in Offaly.
Agriculture Minister Charlie McConalogue says 631 have been impounded nationwide between January and September.
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