IHRB rules out pre-race identity checks despite Harrington error
Applications close for job of new IHRB chief as Denis Egan steps down this week
IHRB to advertise ‘shortly’ for new chief executive
Denis Egan to take early retirement in September after almost 20 years in the post
Trainers’ body disassociates itself from Bolger’s doping claims
IRTA chairman Halford tells Oireachtas committee good name of Irish racing has been ‘maligned’
No steroids found in 2,500 samples this year – chief vet of Horseracing Regulatory Board
Dr Lynn Bolger tells Oireachtas Committee doping allegations treated in confidence
Irish racing regulator reiterates ‘zero tolerance’ stance on doping
Leading trainer Jim Bolger again questions how rigorous testing is in this country
IHRB defend time being taken in a number high-profile investigations
Navan win of David Dunne’s All Class referred after horse was backed from 66-1 to 9-2
All systems go for participation of Foster-trained horses at Cheltenham
BHA satisfied with “clarity” over Elliott’s current role at Cullentra House yard
IHRB insists Irish racing is ‘clean’ following Charles Byrnes appeal
‘If we get evidence we will certainly follow it up. But at this stage the case is closed’
IHRB unreservedly apologises for shambolic scenes at Naas
The matter was referred to chief executive Denis Egan for further investigation
Breeders on ‘same page’ as regulator over doping controls
“People are pointing at the breeders but we’re playing ball with this”
Regulatory body confirms 60 negative drug tests on horses’ hair samples
Revelation comes in the wake of Bolger’s contention that IHRB testing regime is not up to scratch
IHRB investigating breach of coronavirus raceday protocols at Galway
Jockey Kevin Brouder admits to acquiring admission wristband for passenger
British Horseracing Authority to monitor Irish betting trends
Irish Horseracing Regulatory Board agrees four-year deal
Two jockeys banned for failing drugs tests
David Simmonson and Cian Cullinan failed tests earlier this year
IHRB refuse to comment on reports of another racehorse testing positive for steroids
Druim Samhraidh understood to have tested positive for anabolic steroid after winning at Ballinrobe
IHRB says number of whip rule breaches is ‘unacceptable’
Six jockeys each get six-day bans for use of the whip under controversial new regulations
Mullins aims two at Europe’s richest flat handicap in York
No IHRB action taken over Some Neck’s Galway Plate withdrawal
IHRB set to spend €350k on outsourced betting monitoring service
Irish racing’s regulatory body tender for four-year commercial package
Fairyhouse set for extensive watering ahead of Easter festival
First high-profile test of new whip rules at Irish Grand National
Jockeys say regulatory body will rue introduction of new whip restriction
IHRB confirms 26 per cent increase in whip offences in 2018
Five-year entry-level bans to be imposed on jockeys for positive drug tests
Dylan Robinson gets three-year suspension for positive cocaine test
Young jockeys required to attend anti-doping seminars in March
Move comes after five riders tested positive for cocaine in Ireland last year
Changes to racing's controversial reserve system to be announced
Move comes following a review by Irish Horseracing Regulatory Board
Hard border could impact racing regulation in Ireland
Irish Horseracing Regulatory Board says drug testing on studs to begin later in 2019
Jockeys’ association: rise in positive cocaine tests reflective of society
Irish Horseracing Regulatory Board confirms it is to take tougher stance
Starting drugs ban for jockeys in Ireland to be raised to five years
Two more jockeys received bans for positive cocaine tests on Thursday
IHRB explain decision not to enquire into running and riding of JP McManus horse
Stewards decided not to hold enquiry into Ilikedwayurthinkin run at Fairyhouse
Samcro faces biggest test as he takes on dual champion Buveur D’Air
Star mare Apple’s Jade in pursuit of Hatton’s Grace Hurdle hat-trick
Future of racing at current Down Royal site still to be decided
Racing’s ruling body will meet with the Merrion Property Group next week
IHRB to hold seminars after spike in positive drug tests
Trainers, vets and stable staff to be briefed on the dangers of using prohibited substances
Abandoned Ballinrobe card forces rethink on rescheduling
On-the-spot rearrangement of races rather than cancelling meetings now under review
IHRB declines to comment on report of positive test for cobalt
Horse Racing Ireland board to examine new anti-doping policy on Monday
Horse racing body: ‘prior day notice’ drugs testing not ideal
But regulatory body indicates it will sign up, and says stiffer penalties likely for steroid use
Willie Mullins’ vet could face a 10-year ban
Tim Brennan is alleged to have given inside information to his brother in order for him to bet against Faugheen
British officials drug-tested Irish horses before Cheltenham
Willie Mullins confirmed that BHA officials had travelled to Ireland before the festival
‘Nothing untoward’ yet revealed by inquiry into betting on Yorkhill and Melon
Aidan O’Brien’s Clear Skies expected to step up to Group company in style at Lingfield
IHRB express ‘disappointment’ over increase in breaches of whip rules
Denis Egan says a review could be required after 29% rise in breaches
Trainers association claim middle-tier being squeezed out of business
IHRB report for 2017 shows 10.5 per cent drop in numbers holding National Hunt licenses
IHRB plan to increase out of competition testing in racing
Overall tests rise to over 4,000 of which five were positive
IHRB investigating Leopardstown betting patterns
Melon and Yorkhill both drifted in lay betting ahead of races on Saturday
‘Smooth’ transition from Turf Club to new regulatory authority
Racing’s anti-doping task force expected to meet before end of month
Widespread sadness at the death of Noel O’Brien
The senior National Hunt handicapper had fought a lengthy battle against illness
Turf Club signals stiffer penalties likely for failed drug tests
Positive response to prospect of longer suspensions for jockeys testing positive for drugs
Trainers subject to Garda vetting under child-protection laws
All employers have to be checked by vetting bureau if they employ people under age of 18
Irish Jockeys Association supports stiffer penalties for drug use
Turf Club set to recommend four-year bans on jockeys who transgress in future
Aidan O’Brien’s Idaho attempts to bridge 34-year Irish gap in Japan Cup
No foreign runner has won Japan Cup since Alkaased scored in 2005
Gordon Elliott: ‘I’ve no interest in stopping horses’
The trainer successfully appealed a non-trier penalty imposed on him and Jack Kennedy
New Irish horse racing regulatory board to start in 2018
Derby winner Pádraig Beggy can land Eyrefield Stakes on Flag Of Honour
Top Northern trainer unaware of life assurance for stable staff
‘I never heard tell of it. I’ve had no information from the Turf Club’ – Ian Ferguson
Trainers in North unaware of life cover arrangement
Turf Club says full-time stable staff in North covered by life assurance since 2012
Anti-doping chief says Turf Club testing for cobalt since last year
Stephen and Michael McConville banned for three years by British authorities
Davy Russell punching his horse has damaged racing
Turf Club letting the jockey off could set a dangerous precedent in welfare of horses
Turf Club boss defends Davy Russell verdict
Jockey cautioned for punching Kings Dolly in head before maiden hurdle at Tramore
Davy Russell faces referrals committee hearing in Killarney
Former Champion Jockey has three rides on final day of festival
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