Stewards Room

Who we are

The IHRB is the independent internationally recognised racing regulatory body for horseracing across the island of Ireland, an industry that supports over 30,000 jobs and contributes €2.46 billion to the Irish economy. 

Under the Horse Racing Ireland Act 2016, the IHRB is solely and independently responsible for making and enforcing the Rules of Racing, licensing all participants, and regulating horseracing, including anti-doping and handicapping. The IHRB provides professional officials and volunteer Raceday Stewards for all race meetings in Ireland to ensure that the rules are properly observed, and that the integrity of the sport is maintained.

The IHRB oversees approximately 500 race fixtures per year across the 32 counties in Flat, National Hunt and Point to Point racing, with around 39,000 runners.

Our Vision

Assuring public trust in Irish horseracing through best in class regulatory and integrity processes.

Our Purpose

Safeguarding the reputation of Irish horseracing through robust and transparent regulatory practices, implemented with uncompromising integrity by a focused and professional team.