Written answers

Wednesday, 17 May 2023

Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine

Horse Racing Industry

Photo of Paul MurphyPaul Murphy (Dublin South West, RISE)
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179. To ask the Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine if he agrees that more clarity is needed in relation to injuries sustained in relation to the policy that if a horse is injured at a track and does not die within 48 hours, it is not listed as a track death, including an explanation of the exact date a horse has died and why; if he will instruct Horse Racing Ireland to update its processes in this way; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [23392/23]

Photo of Charlie McConalogueCharlie McConalogue (Donegal, Fianna Fail)
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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. 

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

Photo of Claire KerraneClaire Kerrane (Roscommon-Galway, Sinn Fein)
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180. To ask the Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine if he will engage with relevant bodies (details supplied) regarding negotiations on a media rights deal; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [23395/23]

Photo of Charlie McConalogueCharlie McConalogue (Donegal, Fianna Fail)
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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. Under Section 10 of the Horse and Greyhound Racing Act 2001, HRI has responsibility for negotiating and awarding contracts for media rights.

The arrangement for the assigning of media rights are defined by law. I am aware of issues that have arisen with regard to a proposed new media rights contract for all racecourses in Ireland. In that regard, I encourage all relevant stakeholders to work collaboratively to ensure the financial interests of all racecourses and the wider industry are maintained.

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