THE Association of Irish Racecourses (AIR) represents all 26 racecourses in Ireland, and this week are highlighting their full support for their northern member tracks, Downpatrick and Down Royal, in relation to the proposed amendments to gambling legislation in Northern Ireland.

A draft code of practice has been proposed under Clause 15 of the Betting, Gaming, Lotteries and Amusements (Amendment) Bill. The Department of Communities in Northern Ireland is carrying out a consultation process into the draft gambling codes of practice.