Jim O'Callaghan
Question:649. Deputy Jim O'Callaghan asked the Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine when horse racing will be permitted to recommence. [7273/20]
View answerWednesday, 27 May 2020
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Horse Racing Ireland (HRI) is a commercial state body established under the Horse and Greyhound Racing Act, 2001, and is responsible for the overall administration, promotion and development of the horse racing industry.
Following a meeting of the Government on Friday 15 May 2020, it was confirmed that Horse racing is to resume behind closed doors from 8 June 2020, subject to strict protocols. Horse Racing Ireland has released a 77 page document detailing the protocols that will be implemented.