The Greyhound and Harness Racing Regulatory Authority (“the Authority”) was established under the Greyhound and Harness Racing Administration Act 2004 (“the Act”) and commenced operations .on 1 October 2004. At the same time the former Greyhound Racing Authority and Harness Racing Authorities were dissolved.
Functions of the Authority
The Authority’s main responsibilities and powers under the Act are:
• The registration of greyhounds and horses and persons associated with greyhound or harness racing
• The registration of bookmakers and bookmaker companies
• To take disciplinary action
• To make Rules in relation to greyhound and harness racing
• To hear appeals by persons aggrieved by a decision of a steward or racing club. There is also a right of appeal on such decisions to the Greyhound and Harness Racing Appeals Tribunal.