NEW guidelines for drivers and horse-riders on how to make the roads safer when it comes to horses was jointly launched at the Dublin Horse Show this week by Horse Sport Ireland, the Gardaí and the Road Safety Authority.

Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport Paschal Donohoe TD launched a new booklet, ably assisted by Melanie Young, a member of Team Ireland Equestrian’s under 25 eventing squad and members of the Garda Mounted Unit.