Horse Racing Industry

Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 29 November 2022

Tuesday, 29 November 2022

Questions (765)

Paul Murphy

Question:

765. Deputy Paul Murphy asked the Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine if he will confirm the financial contribution made by an organisation (details supplied) to the redevelopment of a racecourse, given that the organisation has received a share of the new development and the use of public funds for the project; if the site was the only contribution made by the organisation; the value that was put on the site; the person who valued the site; if he will provide a list, if more than one valuation was carried out; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [58787/22]

Written answers

Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine

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.

The question raised by the Deputy is an operational matter for HRI, therefore, the question has been referred to the body for direct reply.