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Racing
Left-wing parties oppose funding for racing
Mark Costello
There was a heated debate on the issue in Dáil Eireann this week
28 November 2025 News
Department launches equine database
Over 120,000 horses have been registered by keepers through the Department's equine census
31 October 2025 News
NEWS: 'Transformational' equine database set to launch
Minister hopes new horse slaughter facility will open in 2026
Department considering abattoir applications
According to the Department, the number of horses exported for slaughter in 2024 and to date, in 2025, was 165 and 359 respectively.
25 July 2025 News
Letter to the Editor: Report findings must be implemented
Equine dentist Brian Coonan commends Prof Paddy Wall on his report into equine traceability issues
28 March 2025 General
Department pledges support for traceability report
The opening of a new horse slaughter facility is one of the most controversial points raised in Prof Paddy Wall's report
21 March 2025 News
Heydon appointment welcomed by racing stakeholders
The Kildare TD has a long history of supporting the equine sector
24 January 2025 Racing News
Martin Heydon tipped for top Agriculture post
The Kildare TD is a big supporter of the racing and breeding sector
20 January 2025 Racing News
Minister urges horse owners to return their completed Equine Census forms
Equine Census due to close this Friday, December 20th
17 December 2024 Racing News