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Joint Oireachtas Committee on Agriculture, Food and the Marine: Horse Racing in Ireland and the Irish Horseracing Regulatory Board's Anti-doping Programme: Discussion (1 Jun 2022)

Victor Boyhan: In regard to the authorised officers and the warrant card, I understand this enhances the powers of the IHRB and strengthens its processes. I have received complaints about it. Personally, I would not necessarily share those views. I think the authorised officer is a process. What difficulties have been encountered in terms of gaining access to premises using the authorised officer...

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Agriculture, Food and the Marine: Horse Racing in Ireland and the Irish Horseracing Regulatory Board's Anti-doping Programme: Discussion (1 Jun 2022)

Victor Boyhan: I will focus now on the Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine. There is a memorandum of understanding between the Department and the IHRB. How is that going? When is it going to be reviewed? Will the witnesses elaborate on that memorandum?

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Agriculture, Food and the Marine: Horse Racing in Ireland and the Irish Horseracing Regulatory Board's Anti-doping Programme: Discussion (1 Jun 2022)

Victor Boyhan: Would Mr. Drea agree it is working well?

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Agriculture, Food and the Marine: Horse Racing in Ireland and the Irish Horseracing Regulatory Board's Anti-doping Programme: Discussion (1 Jun 2022)

Victor Boyhan: That is perfect. I will go back to the IHRB. In one of the recommendations there was a report that suggested that the IHRB should consider executing a memorandum of understanding with the Veterinary Council of Ireland to ensure the prompt referral of hearings and matters relating to poor professional performance or professional misconduct on the part of veterinarians treating racehorses....

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Agriculture, Food and the Marine: Horse Racing in Ireland and the Irish Horseracing Regulatory Board's Anti-doping Programme: Discussion (1 Jun 2022)

Victor Boyhan: A memorandum of understanding is what was suggested.

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Agriculture, Food and the Marine: Horse Racing in Ireland and the Irish Horseracing Regulatory Board's Anti-doping Programme: Discussion (1 Jun 2022)

Victor Boyhan: If criminal proceedings take place against either a jockey or a trainer, the IHRB should be required to conduct its own separate investigation following a conviction. What is the view of the witnesses on that?

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Agriculture, Food and the Marine: Horse Racing in Ireland and the Irish Horseracing Regulatory Board's Anti-doping Programme: Discussion (1 Jun 2022)

Victor Boyhan: To conduct a separate investigation.

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Agriculture, Food and the Marine: Horse Racing in Ireland and the Irish Horseracing Regulatory Board's Anti-doping Programme: Discussion (1 Jun 2022)

Victor Boyhan: Does the IHRB do that?

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Agriculture, Food and the Marine: Horse Racing in Ireland and the Irish Horseracing Regulatory Board's Anti-doping Programme: Discussion (1 Jun 2022)

Victor Boyhan: What is the benefit of that? Will the Ms Guy share that benefit with me?

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Agriculture, Food and the Marine: Horse Racing in Ireland and the Irish Horseracing Regulatory Board's Anti-doping Programme: Discussion (1 Jun 2022)

Victor Boyhan: I am conscious of time so I will conclude quickly. In its opening statement, the IHRB states that between January 2022 and the end of April 2022, a total of 2,009 samples were taken. Of those samples, four returned some adverse analytical findings. It further states, "There have been 40 disciplinary hearings held by the IHRB so far this year, nine of which related to adverse analytical...

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Agriculture, Food and the Marine: Horse Racing in Ireland and the Irish Horseracing Regulatory Board's Anti-doping Programme: Discussion (1 Jun 2022)

Victor Boyhan: I do. A lot of people tune in to these meetings. They are broadcast constantly, including online, and go out extensively. A lot of people follow this. I have had two media queries since I came into this meeting about what is happening. This is an opportunity for politicians but also for the IHRB to put the record straight. The witnesses are very good at setting our their stall and I...

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Agriculture, Food and the Marine: Horse Racing in Ireland and the Irish Horseracing Regulatory Board's Anti-doping Programme: Discussion (1 Jun 2022)

Victor Boyhan: Could Ms Guy share some samples of those hearings and outcomes? What are the top five?

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Agriculture, Food and the Marine: Horse Racing in Ireland and the Irish Horseracing Regulatory Board's Anti-doping Programme: Discussion (1 Jun 2022)

Victor Boyhan: I appreciate that. However, the more we can say about these sanctions, the greater the confidence instilled in people. I do not doubt the delegates' ability, commitment and integrity - absolutely not - but we have a job to instil public confidence. Therefore, the more we can share information on the sanctions, particularly for doping, the better. The rumours and allegations are rife....

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Agriculture, Food and the Marine: Horse Racing in Ireland and the Irish Horseracing Regulatory Board's Anti-doping Programme: Discussion (1 Jun 2022)

Victor Boyhan: I thank Ms Guy. I would like to put my next question to all of our guests. With regard to the two reports, including the joint committee's report on the industry, with its 11 recommendations, not enough progress has been made. The independent review carried out by the IHRB resulted in 18 recommendations. I am aware that recommendations overlap. When do the delegates seriously believe...

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Agriculture, Food and the Marine: Horse Racing in Ireland and the Irish Horseracing Regulatory Board's Anti-doping Programme: Discussion (1 Jun 2022)

Victor Boyhan: Would Mr. Osborne like to comment?

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Agriculture, Food and the Marine: Horse Racing in Ireland and the Irish Horseracing Regulatory Board's Anti-doping Programme: Discussion (1 Jun 2022)

Victor Boyhan: Do the representatives from the Department have a view?

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Agriculture, Food and the Marine: Horse Racing in Ireland and the Irish Horseracing Regulatory Board's Anti-doping Programme: Discussion (1 Jun 2022)

Victor Boyhan: I thank our guests for attending. It is clear from their responses that they are on top of their game. I accept that there are certain things they could not share with us. We understand that on this side. I look forward to further engagement with the guests in the future.

Seanad: Nithe i dtosach suíonna - Commencement Matters: Culture Policy (31 May 2022)

Victor Boyhan: I understand the Minister of State, Deputy Butler, is staying with us for the rest of the Commencement matters. I thank her for that.

Seanad: Nithe i dtosach suíonna - Commencement Matters: Regional Airports (31 May 2022)

Victor Boyhan: I thank the Minister of State. We appreciate her taking time out of her busy schedule to be with us in the Seanad. It is always appreciated and always valued.

Seanad: An tOrd Gnó - Order of Business (26 May 2022)

Victor Boyhan: I thank the Leas-Chathaoirleach. I ask the Leader for a debate on radon gas. Overnight, the Environmental Protection Agency, EPA, published a report with shocking figures. It says that there are 17,000 houses at risk from radon gas. It talks about the link, in particular, to various cancers but, in particular, to lung cancer. Radon gas is a serious public health issue around this country...