Bord na gCon
(Irish Greyhound Board)
Bord na gCon was established on 28 May 1958 under the Greyhound Industry Act, 1958 chiefly to control greyhound racing and to improve and develop the greyhound industry.
Functions of Bord na gCon:
- The control, promotion and operation of greyhound racing
- The operation of totalisator betting
- The regulation of public sales of greyhounds
- The making of grants for prize money and the allocation of grants to improve the amenities at tracks
- The licensing of greyhound tracks and their officials
- The authorisation of bookmakers to conduct business at tracks and the collection of levies on course bets.
- The promotion of greyhound exports
- The overall control of coursing
Information and Contact Details
Address: Bord na gCon, 104 Henry Street, Limerick
Telephone: (+353 61) 316788
Fax: (+353 61) 316739
E-mail: admin@igb.ie
Website: www.igb.ie