Dáil Éireann Debate, Thursday - 4 May 2017
24. Deputy Clare Daly asked the Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine if he is satisfied with the corporate governance practice followed by Horse Racing Ireland, HRI, in the lead up to the appointment of a person (details supplied) as chief executive of a company. [20880/17]
Amharc ar fhreagraHorse Racing Ireland (HRI) is a commercial state body 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.
I understand HRI Racecourses Ltd. is a subsidiary company of Horse Racing Ireland. HRI has informed me that the role involved was subject to the usual open advertisement and competitive interview process.
