Kildare Doping Investigation Concludes, Case File Sent to DPP

An equine doping investigation, which began after a raid near Monasterevin in Co Kildare in November of 2021, has now concluded, RTE Sport reported on Tuesday.

Products that were not licenced for equine dispensation in Ireland were found at the site of the raid among other items. A statement issued the day after the raid described the operation of searches and seizure of products “as part of an ongoing investigation into equine doping”.

A case file was sent to the Director of Public Prosecutions (DPP) after a period of intelligence sharing with both international and Irish agencies. The investigation was conducted by the Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine (DAFM). The DPP has yet to rule on whether there is sufficient evidence to pursue criminal proceedings.

“Regarding enforcement actions arising the specific operation highlighted, the department's investigation is now concluded, and a case file has been submitted to the Director of Public Prosecutions,” a DAFM statement issued in response to queries about the status of the investigation read in part.

Hair and blood samples were taken from racehorses at the yard before they were allowed to leave the premises by Irish Horse Racing Board chief veterinary officer and head of anti-doping Dr. Lynn Hillyer. All the samples tested negative for prohibited-at-all-times substances.

The statement continued: “With regard to the query on wider equine doping activities, while the department, for operational reasons, does not comment on ongoing investigations or provide details of investigating officers, a central function of the department is to strategically support agencies and other relevant bodies to investigate non-compliances, or incidents across the agri-food industry.

“In this context, the department works closely with other national agencies/bodies, including An Garda Siochána and the Irish Horseracing Regulatory Board, in the investigation of equine related alleged offences. The department also engages with other international enforcement authorities, as necessary, in this regard including the sharing/receiving of intelligence.”

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Dilger Offers 2024 Irish National Stud Scholarship

The Gerry Dilger Foundation invites applications by July 1 for those interested in attending the Irish National Stud in Kildare, Ireland. The scholarship is aimed at individuals currently working on a Kentucky horse farm with multiple years of experience, those enrolled as a 2023 KEMI spring intern or participants who have completed last year's fall program.

Application Requirements:

  • Resident of the US
  • Bachelor's degree in equine science preferred, but not required
  • Application and information due July 1, 2023

 

Scholarship Provides:

  • Round trip airfare for travel. Ticket must be economy/coach class, maximum amount $1500. Must provide proof of payment for reimbursement.
  • Fully paid tuition (approx. $6,500) for the Irish National Stud in Kildare, Ireland, including room and board.
  • Travel/Medical insurance policy while in Ireland. Maximum $500.

Click here for the online application and more information.

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ITBA Summer Series to Launch in June

The 2023 Irish Thoroughbred Breeders' Association 2023 Summer Series will launch in June, the ITBA announced on Monday.

Set to take place at ITBA headquarters in Kill, County Kildare, the series will include a comprehensive group of seminars focused on stud farm and bloodstock administration, and building your bloodstock business. The ITBA has collaborated the year with Aoife Hanratty's PA Solutions and business growth advisors, Gateway

Consultants to help deliver this comprehensive content. The ITBA Summer Series Schedule is as follows:
• June 6: Stud Farm Administration from 2-4:30 p.m., ITBA HQ
• June 7: Bloodstock Industry Businesses from 2-4:30 p.m., ITBA HQ
• June 8: Health and Safety Training from 1:30 p.m.-6:30 p.m., ITBA HQ
• 1:30-3 p.m.: Fire Safety Training
• 3:15-4:45 p.m.: Chemical Safety Training
• 5-6:30 p.m.: Manual Handling Training
• June 21: Building Your Own Bloodstock Business from 2-5 p.m., ITBA HQ

To reserve a seminar spot, contact the ITBA headquarters or visit the ITBA website.

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