Horse Racing Industry

Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 15 November 2022

Tuesday, 15 November 2022

Questions (613)

Paul Murphy

Question:

613. Deputy Paul Murphy asked the Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine if he will confirm that the HRI published figures for race attendees include everyone who attends even those who gain free admission for example trainers, jockeys, stable staff, owners, bookies and staff, catering staff, press and racecourse staff; and if the HRI will be requested to provide the amount of paying attendees to all events for the past two years, in comparison to the figures previously published by the HRI in tabular form. [56362/22]

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.