Ms Cliodhna Guy:

Horse racing is a large industry but quite a small number of people are involved in it, especially in its veterinary and regulatory aspects. Dr. Suann and the other individuals who were considered also have featured on many committees, as well as Dr. Hillyer, who is involved with the International Conference of Racing Analysts and Veterinarians, ICRAV, and a number of the international committees. That level of expertise is necessary to review our programme in order to be able to compare it to international best practice.