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At their meeting on: 16/10/2008 The following inquiries were held: Stadium/Greyhound: Kinsley Stadium, MAY WEATHER Trainer: Racecourse Executive The racecourse executive of Kinsley Stadium were found in breach of rules 48, 102A and 152(i) & (ii) and professional trainer Mr Steven Carrington was found in breach of rules 48 and 152(i) & (ii) in respect of the circumstances that allowed the greyhound MAY WEATHER to compete in a race at Kinsley Stadium on 7 March 2008 when not qualified to do so, its final qualifying trial not having been run within 21 days prior to its Results: first graded race. The racecourse executive of Kinsley Stadium was not represented at the inquiry and having considered their written explanation together with the circumstances of the case, the Stewards ordered that they be reprimanded and fined the sum of Â£500. Mr Carrington was not in attendance and having considered his written explanation together with the circumstances of the case, the Stewards ordered that he be cautioned and fined the sum of Â£250. Rules Concered: 48 102A 152(i) 152(ii) Go to top

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At their meeting on: 16/10/2008 The following inquiries were held: Stadium/Greyhound: Kinsley Stadium, MAY WEATHER Trainer: Mr S Carrington The racecourse executive of Kinsley Stadium were found in breach of rules 48, 102A and 152(i) & (ii) and professional trainer Mr Steven Carrington was found in breach of rules 48 and 152(i) & (ii) in respect of the Results: circumstances that allowed the greyhound MAY WEATHER to compete in a race at Kinsley Stadium on 7 March 2008 when not qualified to do so, its final qualifying trial not having been run within 21 days prior to its first graded race. The racecourse executive of Kinsley Stadium was not represented at the inquiry and having considered their written explanation together with the circumstances of the case, the Stewards ordered that they be reprimanded and fined the sum of Â£500. Mr Carrington was not in attendance and having considered his written explanation together with the circumstances of the case, the Stewards ordered that he be cautioned and fined the sum of Â£250. Rules Concered: 48 152(i) 152(ii) Go to top

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At their meeting on: 16/10/2008 The following inquiries were held: Stadium/Greyhound: Reading Stadium, BLACK MAX Trainer: Mr S Howard Greyhound trainer Mr Steven Howard was found in breach of rules 152(i) & (ii), 174(i)(a) and 214 in that a urine sample taken from the greyhound BLACK MAX at Reading Stadium on 24 May 2008, was analysed by HFL Sports Science laboratory as containing the drug theophylline; and the administration of any Results: substance that could affect the performance and/or well being of the greyhound. Mr Howard was not in attendance and having considered his written explanation together with the circumstances of the case, the Stewards ordered that he be cautioned and fined the sum of Â£300. Rules Concered: 152(i) 152(ii) 174(i)(a) 214 Go to top

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At their meeting on: 16/10/2008 The following inquiries were held: Stadium/Greyhound: Yarmouth Stadium, TASMANIAN JEWEL Trainer: Racecourse Executive The racecourse executive of Yarmouth Results: Stadium were found in breach of rules 39, 40, 102A, 113(ii), 113(v) and 152(i) & (ii) in respect of the circumstances that allowed the greyhound TASMANIAN JEWEL to compete at Yarmouth Stadium between 27 September 2007 and 26 May 2008 with incorrect earmark identification. The racecourse executive of Yarmouth Stadium were not in attendance but were represented by racing manager, Mr Bill Johnson. Having considered their explanation together with the circumstances of the case, the Stewards ordered that the racecourse executive be cautioned as to the robust identification of greyhounds and fined the sum of Â£300. Rules Concered: 39 40 102A 113(ii) 113(v) 152(i) 152(ii) Go to top

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At their meeting on: 16/10/2008 The following inquiries were held: Stadium/Greyhound: Yarmouth Stadium, CONFIDENT JUDY Trainer: Racecourse Executive The racecourse executive of Yarmouth Stadium were found in breach of rules 39, 40, 102A, 113(ii), 115(ii) and 152(i) & (ii) and professional trainer Mrs Julie Green was found in breach of rules 115(ii) and 152(i) & (ii) in respect of the circumstances that allowed the greyhound CONFIDENT JUDY to compete in a trial as ANGEL IN TIME at Yarmouth Stadium on 12 July 2008. The racecourse executive of Yarmouth Stadium were not in attendance but were represented by racing Results: manager, Mr Bill Johnson. Having considered their explanation together with the circumstances of the case, the Stewards ordered that the racecourse executive be severely reprimanded and fined the sum of Â£600. Mrs Green was in attendance and having considered her explanation together with the circumstances of the case, the Stewards ordered that she be cautioned as to the correct identification of greyhounds in her care and fined the sum of Â£250. Rules Concered: 39 40 102A 113(ii) 115(ii) 152(i) 152(ii) Go to top National Inquiry

At their meeting on: 16/10/2008 The following inquiries were held: Stadium/Greyhound: Yarmouth Stadium, CONFIDENT JUDY Trainer: Mr J Graham This inquiry had been adjourned from 17 July 2008 at the request of the Stewards to make further investigations. At the adjourned inquiry, greyhound trainer Mr James Graham was found in breach of rules 152(i) & (ii) and 174(i)(a) in that a urine sample taken from the greyhound KILLALA SCHOLES at Shawfield Stadium on 25 January 2008, was analysed by HFL Sports Science laboratory as containing Results: the drug dexamethasone; and the administration of any substance that could affect the performance and/or well being of the greyhound. Mr Graham was in attendance at the inquiry held on 17 July 2008 but not at the adjourned hearing. Having considered his explanation together with the circumstances of the case, the Stewards ordered that he be reprimanded and fined the sum of Â£500. Rules Concered: 152(i) 152(ii) 174(i)(a) Go to top

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At their meeting on: 10/10/2008 The following inquiries were held: Stadium/Greyhound: Doncaster Stadium, FRANNY FIREFOX Trainer: Mrs J Simpson At a local inquiry held by the Area Stipendiary Steward on 27th September 2008, greyhound trainer, Mrs J Simpsonâ⁄™s explanation was accepted in respect of the improved performance of the greyhound FRANNY Results: FIREFOX at Doncaster Stadium on 14th June 2008. Opening at 3/1 and starting at 4/1, the greyhound had won a 483m race recording a calculated time of 29.78 seconds as compared with its best recent time of 30.04 seconds recorded in a race on 9th February 2008. Rules Concered: Go to top National Inquiry

At their meeting on: 10/10/2008 The following inquiries were held: Stadium/Greyhound: , Information: Results: Rules Concered: Go to top

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At their meeting on: 10/10/2008 The following inquiries were held: Stadium/Greyhound: Doncaster Stadium, MAYS FAVOURITE Trainer: Mr J Crossland At a local inquiry held by the Area Stipendiary Steward on 5th September 2008, greyhound trainer, Mr J Crosslandâ⁄™s explanation was accepted in respect of the improved performance of the greyhound MAYS Results: FAVOURITE at Doncaster Stadium on 26th April 2008. Opening and starting at 3/1, the greyhound had won a 483m race recording a calculated time of 29.82 seconds as compared with its best recent time of 30.49 seconds recorded in a race on 5th April 2008. Rules Concered: Go to top

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At their meeting on: 10/10/2008 The following inquiries were held: Stadium/Greyhound: Perry Barr Stadium, EOIN THE FARMER Trainer: Mr S M Donnelly At a local inquiry held by the Area Stipendiary Steward on 7th October 2008, professional trainer, Mr S M Donnelly was cautioned as to the future running of greyhounds in his care Results: for a breach of Rule 49(iv) & 216 in respect of the improved performance of the greyhound EOIN THE FARMER at Perry Barr Stadium on 8th August 2008; and his failure to use his best endeavours to ensure that the performance of the greyhound was to the satisfaction of the Stewards. Opening at 5/1 and starting at 6/1 the greyhound had won a 480m race recording a calculated time of 28.56 seconds as compared with its best recent time of 29.16 seconds recorded in a trial on 2nd August 2008. Rules Concered: 49 (iv) & 216 Go to top

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At their meeting on: 10/10/2008 The following inquiries were held: Stadium/Greyhound: Perry Barr Stadium, FOXWOOD WHISTLER Trainer: Mr W Russell At a local inquiry held by the Area Stipendiary Steward on 7th October 2008, professional trainer, Mr W Russell was cautioned as to the future running of greyhounds in his care for a breach of Rule 49(iv) in respect of the improved performance of the greyhound FOXWOOD WHISTLER at Perry Barr Stadium on 10th July 2008; and his failure to Results: use his best endeavours to ensure that the performance of the greyhound was to the satisfaction of the Stewards. Opening at 9/4 and starting at 2/1 the greyhound had won a 480m race recording a calculated time of 29.08 seconds as compared with its best recent time of 29.65 seconds recorded in a trial on 24 June 2008. Rules Concered: 49 (iv) Go to top

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At their meeting on: 10/10/2008 The following inquiries were held: Stadium/Greyhound: , Information: Results: Rules Concered: Go to top Local Inquiry

At their meeting on: 10/10/2008 The following inquiries were held: Stadium/Greyhound: Perry Barr Stadium, MALDINI MISSION Trainer: Mr S Deeley At a local inquiry held by the Area Stipendiary Steward on 7th October 2008, professional trainer, Mr S Deeleyâ⁄™s explanation was accepted in respect of the improved performance of the greyhound MALDINI Results: MISSION at Perry Barr Stadium on 21st August 2008. Opening at 7/2 and starting at 11/4, the greyhound had won a 480m race recording a calculated time of 29.43 seconds as compared with its best recent time of 29.89 seconds recorded in a trial on 9th July 2008. Rules Concered: Go to top

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At their meeting on: 10/10/2008 The following inquiries were held: Stadium/Greyhound: Peterborough Stadium, CHANCEY MARE Trainer: Miss S Saberton At a local inquiry held by the Area Stipendiary Steward on 29th September 2008, professional trainer, Miss S Saberton was cautioned as to the future running of greyhounds in her care for a breach of Rule 49(iv) in respect of the improved performance of the greyhound CHANCEY MARE at Peterborough Stadium Results: on 26th July 2008; and her failure to use her best endeavours to ensure that the performance of the greyhound was to the satisfaction of the Stewards. Opening at 3/1 and starting at 5/4, the greyhound had won a 420m race recording a calculated time of 26.00 seconds as compared with its best recent time of 26.78 seconds recorded in a trial on 14th July 2008. Rules Concered: 49(iv) Go to top

Local Inquiry At their meeting on: 10/10/2008 The following inquiries were held: Stadium/Greyhound: Peterborough Stadium, BOMBAY BLUE Trainer: Mr D Simpson At a local inquiry held by the Area Stipendiary Steward on 29th September 2008, professional trainer, Mr D Simpson was cautioned as to the future running of greyhounds in his care for a breach of Rule 49(iv) in respect of the improved performance of the greyhound BOMBAY BLUE at Peterborough Stadium on Results: 22nd July 2008; and his failure to use his best endeavours to ensure that the performance of the greyhound was to the satisfaction of the Stewards. Opening at 3/1 and starting at 4/1 the greyhound had won a 420m race recording a calculated time of 25.95 seconds as compared with its best recent time of 26.74 seconds recorded in a trial on 7th July 2008. Rules Concered: 49(iv) Go to top

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At their meeting on: 10/10/2008 The following inquiries were held: Sittingbourne Stadium, ROCKMOUNT Stadium/Greyhound: BRONTY Trainer: Mr R Griffin At a local inquiry held by the Area Stipendiary Steward on 1st October 2008, professional trainer, Mr R Griffin was fined Â£150 and cautioned as to the future running of greyhounds in his care for a breach of Rule 49(iv) in respect of the improved performance of the greyhound ROCKMOUNT BRONTY at Sittingbourne Stadium on 22nd March Results: 2008; and his failure to use his best endeavours to ensure that the performance of the greyhound was to the satisfaction of the Stewards. Opening at 5/2 and starting at 9/2, the greyhound had won a 642m race recording a calculated time of 42.16 seconds as compared with its best recent time of 42.66 seconds recorded in a trial on 11th March 2008. Rules Concered: 49(iv) Go to top

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At their meeting on: 10/10/2008 The following inquiries were held: Stadium/Greyhound: Sittingbourne Stadium, SCHOFIELD OAK Trainer: R Griffin At a local inquiry held by the Area Stipendiary Steward on 1st October 2008, professional trainer, Mr R Griffinâ⁄™s explanation was accepted in respect of the improved performance of the greyhound SCHOFIELD Results: OAK at Sittingbourne Stadium on 3rd July 2008. Opening at 9/4 and starting at 4/6 the greyhound had won a 480m race recording a calculated time of 29.57 seconds as compared with its best recent time of 29.98 seconds recorded in a race on 26th June 2008. Rules Concered: Go to top

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At their meeting on: 10/10/2008 The following inquiries were held: Stadium/Greyhound: Sittingbourne Stadium, SAVE KATIE Trainer: R Pattinson At a local inquiry held by the Area Stipendiary Steward on 1ST October 2008, professional trainer, Mr R Pattinson was fined Â£150 and cautioned as to the future running of the greyhounds in his care for a breach of Rule 49(iv) in respect of the improved performance of the greyhound SAVE KATIE at Sittingbourne Stadium on 26th June 2008; and Results: his failure to use his best endeavours to ensure that the performance of the greyhound was to the satisfaction of the Stewards. Opening and starting at 5/2, the greyhound had won a 480m race recording a calculated time of 29.84 seconds as compared with its best recent time of 30.40 seconds recorded in a race on 7th February 2008. Rules Concered: 49(iv) Go to top National Inquiry

At their meeting on: 18/09/2008 The following inquiries were held: Stadium/Greyhound: Monmore Green Stadium, STAR SPICE Trainer: Mr K Meakin The racecourse executive of Monmore Green Stadium was found in breach of rules 48, 102A and 152(i) & (ii) and professional trainer Mr Kevin Meakin was found in breach of rules 48 and 152(i) & (ii) in respect of the circumstances that allowed the greyhound STAR SPICE to compete in a race at Monmore Green Stadium on 1 March 2008 when not qualified to do so. The greyhound had not completed the requisite qualifying trials over the race distance. The racecourse Results: executive of Monmore Green Stadium was not represented at the inquiry and having considered their written explanation together with the circumstances of the case, the Stewards ordered that they be reprimanded and fined the sum of Â£500. The Stewards recognised that they had taken steps to prevent a recurrence of the event. Mr Meakin was not in attendance and having considered the circumstances of the case, the Stewards ordered that he be reprimanded and fined the sum of Â£250. Rules Concered: 48 152(i) 152(ii) Go to top

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At their meeting on: 18/09/2008 The following inquiries were held: Stadium/Greyhound: Monmore Green Stadium, Racecourse executive Monmore Green Information: Stadium The racecourse executive of Monmore Green Stadium was found in breach of rules 48, 102A and 152(i) & (ii) and professional trainer Results: Mr Kevin Meakin was found in breach of rules 48 and 152(i) & (ii) in respect of the circumstances that allowed the greyhound STAR SPICE to compete in a race at Monmore Green Stadium on 1 March 2008 when not qualified to do so. The greyhound had not completed the requisite qualifying trials over the race distance. The racecourse executive of Monmore Green Stadium was not represented at the inquiry and having considered their written explanation together with the circumstances of the case, the Stewards ordered that they be reprimanded and fined the sum of Â£500. The Stewards recognised that they had taken steps to prevent a recurrence of the event. Mr Meakin was not in attendance and having considered the circumstances of the case, the Stewards ordered that he be reprimanded and fined the sum of Â£250. Rules Concered: 48 102A 152(i) 152(ii) Go to top

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At their meeting on: 18/09/2008 The following inquiries were held: Stadium/Greyhound: Monmore Green Stadium, EMLY EXILE Trainer: Mr K Meakin The racecourse executive of Monmore Green Stadium was found in breach of rules 47, 102A and 152(i) & (ii) and professional trainer Mr Kevin Meakin was found in breach of rules 47 and 152(i) & (ii) in respect of the circumstances that allowed the greyhound EMLY EXILE to compete in a race at Monmore Green Stadium on 6 March 2008 when not qualified to do so. The greyhound had not completed the requisite qualifying trials with at least two other greyhounds. The Results: racecourse executive of Monmore Green Stadium was not represented at the inquiry and having considered their written explanation together with the circumstances of the case, the Stewards ordered that they be reprimanded and fined the sum of Â£500. The Stewards recognised that they had taken steps to prevent a recurrence of the event. Mr Meakin was not in attendance and having considered the circumstances of the case, the Stewards ordered that he be reprimanded and fined the sum of Â£250. Rules Concered: 47 152(i) 152(ii) Go to top

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At their meeting on: 18/09/2008 The following inquiries were held: Stadium/Greyhound: Monmore Green Stadium, Racecourse executive Monmore Green Information: Stadium The racecourse executive of Monmore Green Stadium was found in breach of rules 47, 102A and 152(i) & (ii) and professional trainer Mr Kevin Meakin was found in breach of rules 47 and 152(i) & (ii) in respect of the circumstances that allowed the greyhound EMLY EXILE to compete in a race at Monmore Green Stadium on 6 March 2008 when not qualified to do so. The greyhound had not completed the requisite qualifying trials with at least two other greyhounds. The Results: racecourse executive of Monmore Green Stadium was not represented at the inquiry and having considered their written explanation together with the circumstances of the case, the Stewards ordered that they be reprimanded and fined the sum of Â£500. The Stewards recognised that they had taken steps to prevent a recurrence of the event. Mr Meakin was not in attendance and having considered the circumstances of the case, the Stewards ordered that he be reprimanded and fined the sum of Â£250. Rules Concered: 47 102A 152(i) 152(ii) Go to top

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At their meeting on: 18/09/2008 The following inquiries were held: Stadium/Greyhound: Perry Barr Stadium, LUCA BRASI Trainer: Mr S Deeley Professional trainer Mr Stanley Deeley was found in breach of rules 152(i), 174(i)(b) and Results: 217 in that a urine sample taken from the greyhound LUCA BRASI at Perry Barr Stadium on 30 March 2008, was analysed by HFL Sports Science laboratory as containing the drug piroxicam and a substance consistent with being a metabolite of piroxicam. Mr Deeley was not in attendance and having considered his written explanation together with the circumstances of the case, the Stewards ordered that he be severely reprimanded and fined the sum of Â£650. Rules Concered: 152(i) 174(i)(b) 217 Go to top

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At their meeting on: 18/09/2008 The following inquiries were held: Stadium/Greyhound: Doncaster Stadium, PEARLY BLACK Trainer: Mr M Dowman Former professional trainer Mr Martin Dowman was found in breach of rules 152(i) & (ii), 174(xi) and 212 in respect of the circumstances that led to the greyhound PEARLY BLACK being euthanased on 2 April 2008. Mr Dowman was in attendance and having considered his explanation together Results: with the circumstances of the case, the Stewards ordered that he be severely reprimanded and fined the sum of Â£650. In imposing this penalty, the Stewards took into account extreme extenuating circumstances that Mr Dowman had experienced prior to and during the period of the incident. Rules Concered: 152(i) 152(ii) 174(xi) 212 Go to top

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At their meeting on: 18/09/2008 The following inquiries were held: Stadium/Greyhound: Mildenhall Stadium, EFFERNOGUE SAM Trainer: Mr D Coltman Greyhound trainer Mr Dean Coltman was found in breach of rules 152(i) & (ii), 174(i)(a) Results: and 217 in that a urine sample taken from the greyhound EFFERNOGUE SAM at Mildenhall Stadium on 4 March 2008, was analysed by HFL Sports Science laboratory as containing the drug caffeine; and the administration of any substance that could affect the performance and/or well being of the greyhound. Mr Coltman was in attendance and having considered his explanation together with the circumstances of the case, the Stewards ordered that he be severely reprimanded and fined the sum of Â£750. Rules Concered: 152(i) 152(ii) 174(i)(a) 217 Go to top

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At their meeting on: 16/09/2008 The following inquiries were held: Stadium/Greyhound: Kinsley Stadium, LIXNAW GIRL Trainer: Miss R E Perkins Professional trainer Miss Rebecca Perkins was found in breach of rules 152(i) & (ii), 174(i)(a) and 217 in that a urine sample taken from the greyhound LIXNAW GIRL at Kinsley Stadium on 23 March 2008, was analysed by HFL Sports Science laboratory as containing the drug ibuprofen; and the administration of Results: any substance that could affect the performance and/or well being of the greyhound. Miss Perkins was not in attendance and having considered her written explanation together with the circumstances of the case, the Stewards ordered that she be reprimanded and fined the sum of Â£500. Rules Concered: 152(i) 152(ii) 174(i)(a) Go to top

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At their meeting on: 16/09/2008 The following inquiries were held: Stadium/Greyhound: Oxford Stadium, TIME VENTURE Trainer: Mr N I Wills Professional trainer Mr Norman (Ian) Wills was found in breach of rules 2, 152(i) & (ii) Results: and 174(xi) in that he failed to take proper care of the greyhound TIME VENTURE at Oxford Stadium on 13 January 2008 and acted in a manner prejudicial to the integrity, proper conduct or good reputation of NGRC greyhound racing by failing to comply with the written directions of a veterinary surgeon on a Transport Certificate issued in respect of the injured greyhound. The Stewards found that kennelhand Mr Keith Pimm had no case to answer. Mr Wills and Mr Pimm were in attendance and Mr Wills was supported by veterinary surgeon Mr Simon Gower MRCVS. Having considered Mr Willsâ⁄™ explanation together with the circumstances of the case, the Stewards ordered that he be severely reprimanded and fined the sum of Â£750. In imposing the penalty, the Stewards took into account mitigating circumstances including his clean record and excellent references. Rules Concered: 2 152(i) 152(ii) 174(xi) Go to top

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At their meeting on: 14/08/2008 The following inquiries were held: Stadium/Greyhound: Crayford Stadium, EARL;Y WHISTLE Trainer: Mr B D O'Sullivan The racecourse executive of Crayford Stadium were found in breach of rules 102A and 152(ii) and professional trainer Mr Barry Oâ⁄™Sullivan was found in breach of rule 152(ii) in respect of the circumstances of the greyhound EARLY WHISTLE being left in the racing kennels at Crayford Stadium following its race on 21 February 2008 until the morning of 22 February 2008. Having taken into consideration the exceptional Results: circumstances at the time of the incident and changed procedures implemented to avoid a similar recurrence, along with Mr Oâ⁄™Sullivanâ⁄™s exceptional mitigating circumstances, the Stewards ordered that the racecourse executive be cautioned as to the general kennelling at Crayford Stadium; and that Mr Oâ⁄™Sullivan be cautioned as to the effective supervision of greyhounds in his care at all times. Rules Concered: 102A 152(ii) Go to top National Inquiry

At their meeting on: 14/08/2008 The following inquiries were held: Stadium/Greyhound: Wimbledon Stadium, AYE JAY Trainer: Mr A Peacock Professional trainer Mr Andrew Peacock was found in breach of rules 152(ii), 174(i)(b) and 217 in that a urine sample taken from the greyhound AYE JAY at Wimbledon Stadium on 23 January 2008 was analysed by HFL Sport Science laboratory as containing the metabolite benzoylecgonine. Mr Peacock was Results: in attendance and having considered his explanation together with the circumstances of the case, the Stewards ordered that he be fined the sum of Â£350 and cautioned as to all aspects of the security of his greyhounds. The Stewards found that assistant trainer Mr Alan Peacock and former kennelhand Mr Jack McMahon had no case to answer. Rules Concered: 152(ii) 174(i)(b) 217 Go to top

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At their meeting on: 14/08/2008 The following inquiries were held: Stadium/Greyhound: Sunderland Stadium, MARKS LOLLY Trainer: Mrs J A Teal Professional trainer Mrs Jackie Teal was found in breach of rules 152(i), 174(i)(b), 215 and 217 in that a urine sample taken from the greyhound MARKS LOLLY at Sunderland Stadium on 28 February 2008 was analysed by HFL Sport Science laboratory as containing Results: the drug morphine; and the feeding of bread containing poppy seeds. Mrs Teal was in attendance and having considered her explanation together with the circumstances of the case, the Stewards ordered that she be fined the sum of Â£250 and cautioned as to the future feeding of greyhounds in her care. Rules Concered: 152(i) 174(i)(b) 215 217 Go to top National Inquiry

At their meeting on: 14/08/2008 The following inquiries were held: Stadium/Greyhound: Newcastle Stadium, POND MICHELLE Trainer: Mr H Williams Professional trainer Mr Harry Williams was found in breach of rules 152(i), 174(i)(b), 215 and 217 in that a urine sample taken from the greyhound POND MICHELLE at Newcastle Stadium on 5 February 2008 was analysed by HFL Sport Science laboratory as containing the drug morphine; and the feeding of bread Results: containing poppy seeds. Mr Williams was not in attendance and having considered his written explanation together with the circumstances of the case, the Stewards ordered that he be fined the sum of Â£250 and cautioned as to the future feeding of greyhounds in his care. Rules Concered: 152(i) 174(i)(b) 215 217 Go to top

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At their meeting on: 12/08/2008 The following inquiries were held: Stadium/Greyhound: Hull Stadium, CROOKS CRASH Trainer: Mr S Caile Greyhound trainer Mr Stephen Caile was found in breach of rules 152(i), 174(i)(b) and 217 in that a urine sample taken from the greyhound CROOKS CRASH at Hull Stadium on 8 March 2008 was analysed by HFL Sports Science laboratory as containing the drug cocaine and the metabolite benzoylecgonine. Results: Mr Caile was in attendance and having considered his explanation together with the circumstances of the case, the Stewards ordered that he be cautioned as to the continuous security and supervision of greyhounds in his care, and fined the sum of Â£350. Rules Concered: 152(i) 174(i)(b) 217 Go to top National Inquiry

At their meeting on: 12/08/2008 The following inquiries were held: Stadium/Greyhound: Doncaster Stadium, FLIRTY JILL Trainer: Mr D Hammond Greyhound trainer Mr Darren Hammond was found in breach of rules 152(i) & (ii) and 174(xii)(a) in that he acted in a manner prejudicial to the integrity, proper conduct and good reputation of NGRC greyhound racing by being aggressive and obstructive towards NGRC licensed officials during the sampling Results: of the greyhound FLIRTY JILL at Doncaster Stadium on 11 March 2008. Mr Hammond was not in attendance and having considered his written explanation together with the circumstances of the case, the Stewards ordered that he be cautioned as to his future behaviour towards licensed personnel and fined the sum of Â£200. Rules Concered: 152(i) 152(ii) 174(xii)(a) Go to top

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At their meeting on: 12/08/2008 The following inquiries were held: Stadium/Greyhound: Doncaster Stadium, CORKER SUNRISE Trainer: Mr T Bedford Greyhound trainer Mr Troy Bedford was found in breach of rules 152(i) & (ii), 174(i)(b) and 217 in that a urine sample taken from the greyhound CORKER SUNRISE at Doncaster Stadium on 3 May 2008 was analysed by HFL Results: Sports Science laboratory as containing the drug metoprolol. Mr Bedford was not in attendance and having considered his written explanation together with the circumstances of the case, the Stewards ordered that he be reprimanded and fined the sum of Â£500. Rules Concered: 152(i) 152(ii) 174(i)(b) 217 Go to top

National Inquiry At their meeting on: 17/07/2008 The following inquiries were held: Stadium/Greyhound: Oxford Stadium, BALLYNEALE GAYLE Trainer: Mr M Peterson Professional trainer Mr Michael Peterson was found in breach of rules 49(iv), 152(i) & (ii), 174(i)(a), 216 and 217 in that a urine sample taken from the greyhound BALLYNEALE GAYLE at Oxford Stadium on 28 February 2008, was analysed by HFL Sports Science laboratory as containing the drug dexamethasone; the administration of any substance that could affect the performance and/or well being of the greyhound; not using Results: his best endeavours to ensure that the performance of the greyhound was to the satisfaction of the Stewards; and failing to maintain his greyhound treatment book to NGRC requirements. Mr Peterson was in attendance and having considered his explanation together with the circumstances of the case, the Stewards ordered that he be severely reprimanded and fined the sum of Â£750. Rules Concered: 49(iv) 152(i) 152(ii) 174(i)(a) 216 217 Go to top

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At their meeting on: 17/07/2008 The following inquiries were held: Stadium/Greyhound: Reading Stadium, GO ON RUBY Trainer: Mrs S D McDonagh Greyhound trainer Mrs Shirley McDonagh was found in breach of rules 152(i) & (ii), 174(i)(a), 215 and 217 in that a urine sample taken from the greyhound GO ON RUBY at Reading Stadium on 24 January 2008, was analysed by HFL Sports Science laboratory as containing the drug morphine; the Results: administration of any substance that could affect the performance and/or well being of the greyhound; and the feeding of bread containing poppy seeds. Mrs McDonagh was not in attendance and having considered her written explanation together with the circumstances of the case, the Stewards ordered that she be reprimanded and fined the sum of Â£400. Rules Concered: 152(i) 152(ii) 174(i)(a) 215 217 Go to top

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At their meeting on: 17/07/2008 The following inquiries were held: Stadium/Greyhound: Hall Green Stadium, VATPACK SAMMY Trainer: Mr N Colton Professional trainer Mr Nicholas Colton was found in breach of rules 174(i)(b) and 217 in that a urine sample taken from the greyhound VATPACK SAMMY at Hall Green Stadium on 22 November 2007, was analysed by HFL Sports Science laboratory as containing the Results: drug cyclizine and substances consistent with being metabolites of cyclizine. Mr Colton was in attendance and having considered his explanation together with the circumstances of the case, the Stewards ordered that he be severely reprimanded and fined the sum of Â£600. Rules Concered: 174(i)(b) 217 Go to top

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At their meeting on: 17/07/2008 The following inquiries were held: Stadium/Greyhound: Shawfield Stadium, KILLALA SCHOLES Trainer: Mr J Graham The Stewards adjourned an inquiry into the positive analysis of a urine sample taken from Results: the greyhound KILLALA SCHOLES at Shawfield Stadium on 25 January 2008, pending further enquiries. Rules Concered: Go to top

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At their meeting on: 15/07/2008 The following inquiries were held: Stadium/Greyhound: Romford Stadium, SOCA SAMBA Trainer: Racecourse Executive Romford Stadium The racecourse executive of Romford Stadium were found in breach of rules 40, 52, 102A, 115(ii) and 152(i) & (ii) and professional trainer Miss Alison Ingram was found in breach of rules 115(ii) and 152(i) & (ii) in respect of the circumstances that allowed the greyhound SOCA SAMBA to run as LIKA FLYER from trap 2 in race 6 at Romford Stadium on 30 January 2008; and the racecourse executiveâ⁄™s failure to withdraw the greyhound LIKA FLYER as a weight variation at kennelling. The authorised representative of Romford Stadium, Ms Results: Catherine Johnston; the racing manager Mr Peter Oâ⁄™Dowd and assistant racing manager Mr Michael Courtney were in attendance. Miss Ingram did not attend. Having considered the explanations together with the circumstances of the case, the Stewards ordered, having taken into account Romford Stadiumâ⁄™s unblemished record and prompt introduction of remedial measures, that the racecourse executive be reprimanded and fined the sum of Â£500. They ordered that Miss Ingram be cautioned as to the correct identification of her greyhounds. Rules Concered: 40 52 102A 115(ii) 152(i) 152(ii) Go to top

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At their meeting on: 15/07/2008 The following inquiries were held: Stadium/Greyhound: Romford Stadium, LIKA FLYER Trainer: Racecoruse executve Romford Stadium The racecourse executive of Romford Stadium were found in breach of rules 40, 52, 102A, 115(ii) and 152(i) & (ii) and professional trainer Miss Alison Ingram was found in breach of rules 115(ii) and 152(i) & (ii) in Results: respect of the circumstances that allowed the greyhound SOCA SAMBA to run as LIKA FLYER from trap 2 in race 6 at Romford Stadium on 30 January 2008; and the racecourse executiveâ⁄™s failure to withdraw the greyhound LIKA FLYER as a weight variation at kennelling. The authorised representative of Romford Stadium, Ms Catherine Johnston; the racing manager Mr Peter Oâ⁄™Dowd and assistant racing manager Mr Michael Courtney were in attendance. Miss Ingram did not attend. Having considered the explanations together with the circumstances of the case, the Stewards ordered, having taken into account Romford Stadiumâ⁄™s unblemished record and prompt introduction of remedial measures, that the racecourse executive be reprimanded and fined the sum of Â£500. They ordered that Miss Ingram be cautioned as to the correct identification of her greyhounds. Rules Concered: 40 52 102A 115(ii) 152(i) 152(ii) Go to top

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At their meeting on: 15/07/2008 The following inquiries were held: Stadium/Greyhound: Romford Stadium, SOCA SAMBA Trainer: Miss A J Ingram The racecourse executive of Romford Stadium were found in breach of rules 40, 52, 102A, 115(ii) and 152(i) & (ii) and professional trainer Miss Alison Ingram was found in breach of rules 115(ii) and 152(i) & (ii) in respect of the circumstances that allowed the greyhound SOCA SAMBA to run as LIKA FLYER from trap 2 in race 6 at Romford Stadium on 30 January 2008; and the racecourse executiveâ⁄™s failure to withdraw the greyhound LIKA FLYER as a weight Results: variation at kennelling. The authorised representative of Romford Stadium, Ms Catherine Johnston; the racing manager Mr Peter Oâ⁄™Dowd and assistant racing manager Mr Michael Courtney were in attendance. Miss Ingram did not attend. Having considered the explanations together with the circumstances of the case, the Stewards ordered, having taken into account Romford Stadiumâ⁄™s unblemished record and prompt introduction of remedial measures, that the racecourse executive be reprimanded and fined the sum of Â£500. They ordered that Miss Ingram be cautioned as to the correct identification of her greyhounds. Rules Concered: 115(ii) 152(i) 152(ii) Go to top

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At their meeting on: 15/07/2008 The following inquiries were held: Stadium/Greyhound: Romford Stadium, LIKA FLYER Trainer: Miss A J Ingram The racecourse executive of Romford Stadium were found in breach of rules 40, 52, 102A, 115(ii) and 152(i) & (ii) and professional trainer Miss Alison Ingram was found in breach of rules 115(ii) and 152(i) & (ii) in respect of the circumstances that allowed the greyhound SOCA SAMBA to run as LIKA FLYER from trap 2 in race 6 at Romford Stadium on 30 January 2008; and the racecourse executiveâ⁄™s failure to withdraw the greyhound LIKA FLYER as a weight variation at kennelling. The authorised representative of Romford Stadium, Ms Results: Catherine Johnston; the racing manager Mr Peter Oâ⁄™Dowd and assistant racing manager Mr Michael Courtney were in attendance. Miss Ingram did not attend. Having considered the explanations together with the circumstances of the case, the Stewards ordered, having taken into account Romford Stadiumâ⁄™s unblemished record and prompt introduction of remedial measures, that the racecourse executive be reprimanded and fined the sum of Â£500. They ordered that Miss Ingram be cautioned as to the correct identification of her greyhounds. Rules Concered: 115(ii) 152(i) 152(ii) Go to top

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At their meeting on: 15/07/2008 The following inquiries were held: Stadium/Greyhound: Coventry Stadium, MARK IS LUCKY Trainer: Mr P S Blunt Greyhound trainer Mr Philip Blunt was found in breach of rules 152(i), 174(i)(b) and 217 in that a urine sample taken from the greyhound MARK IS LUCKY at Coventry Stadium on 29 January 2008, was analysed by HFL Sports Science Laboratory as containing the drug Results: cyclizine and substances consistent with being metabolites of cyclizine. Mr Blunt was in attendance and having considered his explanation together with the circumstances of the case, the Stewards ordered that he be reprimanded and fined the sum of Â£500. Rules Concered: 152(i) 174(i)(b) 217 Go to top

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At their meeting on: 12/06/2008 The following inquiries were held: Stadium/Greyhound: Perry Barr Stadium, BLAZE BOY Trainer: Mr J Irwin Greyhound sales agent Mr James Irwin was found in breach of rules 49(iv), 152(i) & (ii), 174(i)(a) and 217 in that a urine sample taken from the greyhound BLAZE BOY, which was in his charge at an Irish Sales trial meeting at Perry Barr Stadium on 17 September 2007, was analysed by HFL Sports Science Laboratory as containing the drug tepoxalin and a metabolite of tepoxalin; the Results: administration of any substance that could affect the performance and/or well being of the greyhound; and, not using his best endeavours to ensure that the performance of the greyhound was to the satisfaction of the Stewards. Mr Irwin was not in attendance and having considered his written explanation together with the circumstances of the case, the Stewards ordered that he be severely reprimanded and fined the sum of Â£850. Rules Concered: 49(iv) 152(i) 152(ii) 174(i)(a) 217 Go to top

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At their meeting on: 12/06/2008 The following inquiries were held: Stadium/Greyhound: Perry Barr Stadium, SOLID PURT Trainer: Mr S Sheehan Greyhound sales agent Mr Stephen Sheehan was found in breach of rules 152(i) & (ii), 174(i)(b) and 217 in that urine samples taken from the greyhounds GOOD BYE MAY and SOLID PURT which were in his charge at an Irish Sales Trial meeting at Perry Barr Stadium on 21 January 2008, were analysed by HFL Sports Science Laboratory as containing the Results: drug hydrochlorthiazide. Mr Sheehan was in attendance and having considered his explanation together with the circumstances of the case, the Stewards ordered that he be cautioned as to the future conditions for the transport of his greyhounds and their security; and fined the sum of Â£200 for each positive sample. Rules Concered: 152(i) 152(ii) 174(i)(b) 217 Go to top

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At their meeting on: 12/06/2008 The following inquiries were held: Stadium/Greyhound: Perry Barr Stadium, GOOD BYE MAY Trainer: Mr S Sheehan Greyhound sales agent Mr Stephen Sheehan was found in breach of rules 152(i) & (ii), 174(i)(b) and 217 in that urine samples taken from the greyhounds GOOD BYE MAY and SOLID PURT which were in his charge at an Irish Sales Trial meeting at Perry Barr Stadium on 21 January 2008, were analysed by HFL Sports Science Laboratory as containing the Results: drug hydrochlorthiazide. Mr Sheehan was in attendance and having considered his explanation together with the circumstances of the case, the Stewards ordered that he be cautioned as to the future conditions for the transport of his greyhounds and their security; and fined the sum of Â£200 for each positive sample. Rules Concered: 152(i) 152(ii) 174(i)(b) 217 Go to top National Inquiry

At their meeting on: 12/06/2008 The following inquiries were held: Stadium/Greyhound: Kinsley Stadium, HYMAS ROCKET Trainer: Mr R Thompson Greyhound trainer Mr Richard Thompson and kennelhand Miss Diane Marshall were each found in breach of rules 49(iv), 152(i) & (ii), 174(i)(a) and 217 in that a urine sample taken from the greyhound HYMAS ROCKET at Kinsley Stadium on 22 September 2007 was analysed by HFL Sports Science Laboratory as containing the drug ibuprofen; the administration of any substance that could affect the performance and/or well being of the Results: greyhound; and not using their best endeavours to ensure that the performance of the greyhound was to the satisfaction of the Stewards. Mr Thompson and Miss Marshall were not in attendance. Having considered their written explanations together with the circumstances of the case, the Stewards ordered that Mr Thompson be severely reprimanded and fined the sum of Â£500; and that Miss Marshall be severely reprimanded and fined the sum of Â£250. Rules Concered: 49(iv) 152(i) 152(ii) 174(i)(a) 217 Go to top

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At their meeting on: 12/06/2008 The following inquiries were held: Stadium/Greyhound: Kinsley Stadium, HYMAS ROCKET Trainer: Miss D Marshall Greyhound trainer Mr Richard Thompson and kennelhand Miss Diane Marshall were each found in breach of rules 49(iv), 152(i) & (ii), 174(i)(a) and 217 in that a urine sample taken from the greyhound HYMAS ROCKET at Results: Kinsley Stadium on 22 September 2007 was analysed by HFL Sports Science Laboratory as containing the drug ibuprofen; the administration of any substance that could affect the performance and/or well being of the greyhound; and not using their best endeavours to ensure that the performance of the greyhound was to the satisfaction of the Stewards. Mr Thompson and Miss Marshall were not in attendance. Having considered their written explanations together with the circumstances of the case, the Stewards ordered that Mr Thompson be severely reprimanded and fined the sum of Â£500; and that Miss Marshall be severely reprimanded and fined the sum of Â£250. Rules Concered: 49(iv) 152(i) 152(ii) 174(i)(a) 217 Go to top

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At their meeting on: 12/06/2008 The following inquiries were held: Stadium/Greyhound: Kinsley Stadium, FALLONS GAMBLE Trainer: Mr R A C Garth Professional trainer Mr Richard Garth was found in breach of rules 152(i) & (ii), 174(i)(b) and 217 in that a urine sample taken from the greyhound FALLONS GAMBLE was analysed by HFL Sports Science Laboratory as containing the drug ibuprofen. Mr Garth was Results: not in attendance and having considered his written explanation together with the circumstances of the case, the Stewards ordered that he be reprimanded, fined the sum of Â£500 and cautioned as to the effective supervision of greyhounds in his care. Rules Concered: 152(i) 152(ii) 174(i)(b) 217 Go to top

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At their meeting on: 10/06/2008 The following inquiries were held: Stadium/Greyhound: Crayford Stadium, BARNFIELD SLIPPY Trainer: Mr S Poots Greyhound trainer Mr Samuel Poots and kennelhand Mr Graham Coles were each Results: found in breach of rules 152(ii), 174(i)(b) and 217 in that a urine sample taken from the greyhound BARNFIELD SLIPPY, which was in their charge at Crayford Stadium on 16 February 2008 was analysed by HFL Sports Science laboratory as containing the drug benzoylecgonine (metabolite of cocaine). Mr Poots and Mr Coles were in attendance and having considered their explanations together with the circumstances of the case, the Stewards ordered that Mr Poots be severely reprimanded and fined the sum of Â£500 and that Mr Coles be severely reprimanded and fined the sum of Â£300. Rules Concered: 152(ii) 174(i)(b) 217 Go to top

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At their meeting on: 10/06/2008 The following inquiries were held: Stadium/Greyhound: Crayford Stadium, PISHIOBURY PETAL Trainer: Miss G Davidson Professional trainer Miss Gemma Davidson was found in breach of rules 152(i) & (ii), 174(i)(a) and 217 in that a urine sample taken from the greyhound PISHIOBURY PETAL, which was in her charge at Crayford Stadium on 23 August 2007, was analysed by HFL Sports Science laboratory as containing the drug salicylic acid; and the administration of Results: any substance that could affect the performance and/or well being of the greyhound. Miss Davidson was in attendance and having considered her explanation together with the circumstances of the case, the Stewards ordered that she be cautioned as to obtaining information on the constituents of all preparations prior to their use. Rules Concered: 152(i) 152(ii) 174(i)(a) 217 Go to top

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At their meeting on: 10/06/2008 The following inquiries were held: Stadium/Greyhound: Crayford Stadium, BARNFIELD SLIPPY Trainer: Mr G Coles Results: Greyhound trainer Mr Samuel Poots and kennelhand Mr Graham Coles were each found in breach of rules 152(ii), 174(i)(b) and 217 in that a urine sample taken from the greyhound BARNFIELD SLIPPY, which was in their charge at Crayford Stadium on 16 February 2008 was analysed by HFL Sports Science laboratory as containing the drug benzoylecgonine (metabolite of cocaine). Mr Poots and Mr Coles were in attendance and having considered their explanations together with the circumstances of the case, the Stewards ordered that Mr Poots be severely reprimanded and fined the sum of Â£500 and that Mr Coles be severely reprimanded and fined the sum of Â£300. Rules Concered: 152(ii) 174(i)(b) 217 Go to top

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At their meeting on: 10/06/2008 The following inquiries were held: Stadium/Greyhound: Sittingbourne Stadium, PAULENS FLIGHT Trainer: Mr P Rhodes Greyhound owners Mr Paul Rhodes and Mr Len Jeavons were each found in breach of rules 69A and 152(i) & (ii) in respect of the unauthorised withdrawal of the greyhound PAULENS FLIGHT from a race at Sittingbourne Stadium on 25 January 2008. Results: Messrs Rhodes and Jeavons were not in attendance and having considered their written explanation together with the circumstances of the case, the Stewards ordered that they each be severely reprimanded and fined the sum of Â£500. Rules Concered: 69A 152(i) 152(ii) Go to top

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At their meeting on: 10/06/2008 The following inquiries were held: Stadium/Greyhound: Sittingbourne Stadium, PAULENS FLIGHT Trainer: Mr L Jeavons Results: Greyhound owners Mr Paul Rhodes and Mr Len Jeavons were each found in breach of rules 69A and 152(i) & (ii) in respect of the unauthorised withdrawal of the greyhound PAULENS FLIGHT from a race at Sittingbourne Stadium on 25 January 2008. Messrs Rhodes and Jeavons were not in attendance and having considered their written explanation together with the circumstances of the case, the Stewards ordered that they each be severely reprimanded and fined the sum of Â£500. Rules Concered: 69A 152(i) 152(ii) Go to top

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At their meeting on: 03/06/2008 The following inquiries were held: Stadium/Greyhound: Doncaster Stadium, SLIPPY MAL Trainer: Mr G Wall At a local inquiry held by the Area Stipendiary Steward on 10th May 2008, professional trainer, Mr G Wall was fined the sum of Â£250 and cautioned as to the future running of greyhounds in his care for a breach of Rule 49(iv) in respect of the improved performance of the greyhound SLIPPY MAL at Doncaster Stadium on 2nd February 2008; and his failure Results: to use his best endeavours to ensure that the performance of the greyhound was to the satisfaction of the Stewards. Opening at 7/2 and starting at 9/4, the greyhound had won a 483m race recording a calculated time of 30.18 seconds as compared with its best recent time of 30.74 seconds recorded in a trial on 26th January 2008. Rules Concered: 49 (iv) Go to top

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At their meeting on: 03/06/2008 The following inquiries were held: Stadium/Greyhound: Perry Barr Stadium, HONCHOS CRACKER Trainer: Mr P Slater Results: At a local inquiry held by the Area Stipendiary Steward on 20th May 2008, professional trainer, Mr P Slaterâ⁄™s explanation was accepted in respect of the improved performance of the greyhound HONCHOS CRACKER at Perry Barr Stadium on 20th March 2008. Opening at 2/1 and starting at 5/2, the greyhound had won a 480m race recording a calculated time of 29.21 seconds as compared with its best recent time of 29.69 seconds recorded in a trial on 8th February 2008. Rules Concered: Go to top

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At their meeting on: 03/06/2008 The following inquiries were held: Stadium/Greyhound: Perry Barr Stadium, GIORGIO BOY Trainer: Miss K D Turner At a local inquiry held by the Area Stipendiary Steward on 20th May 2008, professional trainer, Miss K D Turner was cautioned as to the future running of greyhounds in her care for a breach of Rule 49(iv) in respect of the improved performance of the greyhound GIORGIO BOY at Perry Barr Stadium on Results: 14th March 2008; and her failure to use her best endeavours to ensure that the performance of the greyhound was to the satisfaction of the Stewards. Opening and starting at 3/1, the greyhound had won a 480m race recording a calculated time of 29.26 seconds as compared with its best recent time of 29.90 seconds recorded in a trial on 21st February 2008. Rules Concered: 49 (iv) Go to top

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At their meeting on: 15/05/2008 The following inquiries were held: Stadium/Greyhound: Wimbledon Stadium, AMARILLO SLIM Trainer: Mr G Calvert Jnr The Stewards accepted the explanation of Results: former professional trainer Mr Graham Calvert Jnr in respect of the performance of the greyhound AMARILLO SLIM at Wimbledon Stadium on 7 November 2006; the greyhound having been reported lame following the race by the duty veterinary surgeon. Mr Calvert was in attendance at the inquiry. Rules Concered: Go to top

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At their meeting on: 15/05/2008 The following inquiries were held: Stadium/Greyhound: Sunderland Stadium, DELWOOD SENIOR Trainer: Mr G Calvert Jnr Former professional trainer Mr Graham Calvert Jnr was found in breach of rules 49(iv) and 152(ii) in respect of his failure to use his best endeavours to ensure that the performance of the greyhound DELWOOD SENIOR at Sunderland Stadium on 10 October 2006 was Results: to the satisfaction of the Stewards. Mr Calvert was in attendance and having considered his explanation together with the circumstances of the case, the Stewards ordered that he be severely reprimanded and fined the sum of Â£750. Rules Concered: 49(iv) 152(ii) Go to top

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At their meeting on: 15/05/2008 The following inquiries were held: Stadium/Greyhound: , Trainer: Mr G Calvert Jnr Greyhound owner and former professional trainer Mr Graham Calvert Jnr was found in breach of rules 11, 12, 18, 152(ii), 153, 174(v), 174(vi), 174(xiii) and 216 in respect of the failure to register and run Results: greyhounds under the true names of their owners; the falsification of NGRC greyhound registration forms; having wilfully or by neglect made false statements in connection with documents relating to greyhound racing in respect of the greyhounds; failing to notify the Local Stewards, the appointed NGRC Area Stipendiary Stewards or the NGRC Stewards of any breach of the NGRC Rules of Racing or conduct prejudicial to the integrity, proper conduct or good reputation of NGRC greyhound racing; and, failing to maintain his NGRC Kennel Book to NGRC requirements. Mr Calvert was in attendance and having considered his explanation together with the circumstances of the case, the Stewards ordered that he be made a disqualified person and fined the sum of Â£1,500. Greyhound owners Mr Ian Carr and Mr Amos Eaton were each found in breach of rules 11, 12 and 152(ii) in respect of their failure to register and run greyhounds under the true name of their owners. Mr Carr and Mr Eaton were not in attendance and having considered their explanations together with the circumstances of their cases, the Stewards ordered that they both be cautioned as to their responsibility for greyhounds in their ownership and/or in their care. The Stewards found no case to answer for greyhound owner Mr Brett Ingram but found against Mr Peter Ingram in respect of the failure to register and run the greyhound AMARILLO SLIM under the true names of its owners. Messrs Ingram were not in attendance. The Stewards made no order in respect of Mr Peter Ingram who was not within the jurisdiction of the NGRC Rules of Racing. Rules Concered: 11 12 18 152(ii) 153 174(v) 174(vi\\\0 174(xiii) 216 Go to top

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At their meeting on: 15/05/2008 The following inquiries were held: Stadium/Greyhound: , Information: Mr B Ingram & Mr P Ingram Greyhound owner and former professional trainer Mr Graham Calvert Jnr was found in breach of rules 11, 12, 18, 152(ii), 153, 174(v), 174(vi), 174(xiii) and 216 in respect of the failure to register and run greyhounds under Results: the true names of their owners; the falsification of NGRC greyhound registration forms; having wilfully or by neglect made false statements in connection with documents relating to greyhound racing in respect of the greyhounds; failing to notify the Local Stewards, the appointed NGRC Area Stipendiary Stewards or the NGRC Stewards of any breach of the NGRC Rules of Racing or conduct prejudicial to the integrity, proper conduct or good reputation of NGRC greyhound racing; and, failing to maintain his NGRC Kennel Book to NGRC requirements. Mr Calvert was in attendance and having considered his explanation together with the circumstances of the case, the Stewards ordered that he be made a disqualified person and fined the sum of Â£1,500. Greyhound owners Mr Ian Carr and Mr Amos Eaton were each found in breach of rules 11, 12 and 152(ii) in respect of their failure to register and run greyhounds under the true name of their owners. Mr Carr and Mr Eaton were not in attendance and having considered their explanations together with the circumstances of their cases, the Stewards ordered that they both be cautioned as to their responsibility for greyhounds in their ownership and/or in their care. The Stewards found no case to answer for greyhound owner Mr Brett Ingram but found against Mr Peter Ingram in respect of the failure to register and run the greyhound AMARILLO SLIM under the true names of its owners. Messrs Ingram were not in attendance. The Stewards made no order in respect of Mr Peter Ingram who was not within the jurisdiction of the NGRC Rules of Racing. Rules Concered: Go to top

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At their meeting on: 15/05/2008 The following inquiries were held: Stadium/Greyhound: , Information: Mr I Carr Greyhound owner and former professional trainer Mr Graham Calvert Jnr was found in breach of rules 11, 12, 18, 152(ii), 153, 174(v), Results: 174(vi), 174(xiii) and 216 in respect of the failure to register and run greyhounds under the true names of their owners; the falsification of NGRC greyhound registration forms; having wilfully or by neglect made false statements in connection with documents relating to greyhound racing in respect of the greyhounds; failing to notify the Local Stewards, the appointed NGRC Area Stipendiary Stewards or the NGRC Stewards of any breach of the NGRC Rules of Racing or conduct prejudicial to the integrity, proper conduct or good reputation of NGRC greyhound racing; and, failing to maintain his NGRC Kennel Book to NGRC requirements. Mr Calvert was in attendance and having considered his explanation together with the circumstances of the case, the Stewards ordered that he be made a disqualified person and fined the sum of Â£1,500. Greyhound owners Mr Ian Carr and Mr Amos Eaton were each found in breach of rules 11, 12 and 152(ii) in respect of their failure to register and run greyhounds under the true name of their owners. Mr Carr and Mr Eaton were not in attendance and having considered their explanations together with the circumstances of their cases, the Stewards ordered that they both be cautioned as to their responsibility for greyhounds in their ownership and/or in their care. The Stewards found no case to answer for greyhound owner Mr Brett Ingram but found against Mr Peter Ingram in respect of the failure to register and run the greyhound AMARILLO SLIM under the true names of its owners. Messrs Ingram were not in attendance. The Stewards made no order in respect of Mr Peter Ingram who was not within the jurisdiction of the NGRC Rules of Racing. Rules Concered: 11 12 152(ii) Go to top

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At their meeting on: 15/05/2008 The following inquiries were held: Stadium/Greyhound: , Information: Mr A Eaton Greyhound owner and former professional Results: trainer Mr Graham Calvert Jnr was found in breach of rules 11, 12, 18, 152(ii), 153, 174(v), 174(vi), 174(xiii) and 216 in respect of the failure to register and run greyhounds under the true names of their owners; the falsification of NGRC greyhound registration forms; having wilfully or by neglect made false statements in connection with documents relating to greyhound racing in respect of the greyhounds; failing to notify the Local Stewards, the appointed NGRC Area Stipendiary Stewards or the NGRC Stewards of any breach of the NGRC Rules of Racing or conduct prejudicial to the integrity, proper conduct or good reputation of NGRC greyhound racing; and, failing to maintain his NGRC Kennel Book to NGRC requirements. Mr Calvert was in attendance and having considered his explanation together with the circumstances of the case, the Stewards ordered that he be made a disqualified person and fined the sum of Â£1,500. Greyhound owners Mr Ian Carr and Mr Amos Eaton were each found in breach of rules 11, 12 and 152(ii) in respect of their failure to register and run greyhounds under the true name of their owners. Mr Carr and Mr Eaton were not in attendance and having considered their explanations together with the circumstances of their cases, the Stewards ordered that they both be cautioned as to their responsibility for greyhounds in their ownership and/or in their care. The Stewards found no case to answer for greyhound owner Mr Brett Ingram but found against Mr Peter Ingram in respect of the failure to register and run the greyhound AMARILLO SLIM under the true names of its owners. Messrs Ingram were not in attendance. The Stewards made no order in respect of Mr Peter Ingram who was not within the jurisdiction of the NGRC Rules of Racing. Rules Concered: 11 12 152(ii) Go to top

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At their meeting on: 13/05/2008 The following inquiries were held: Stadium/Greyhound: , Trainer: Mr N D Bradman Professional trainer Mr Nicholas Bradman was found in breach of rules 18 and 152(i) & (ii) in respect of his failure to responsibly rehome greyhounds in his care which led to the subsequent abandonment of some of those Results: greyhounds. Mr Bradman was in attendance and having considered his explanation together with the circumstances of the case, the Stewards ordered that he be made a disqualified person and fined the sum of Â£1,000. Rules Concered: 18 152(i) 152(ii) Go to top

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At their meeting on: 13/05/2008 The following inquiries were held: Stadium/Greyhound: , ROSEDALE RICKY Trainer: Mr F Rawlinson Greyhound owner & trainer Mr Frederick Rawlinson was found in breach of rules 18 and 152(i) & (ii) in respect of his failure to responsibly rehome the greyhound ROSEDALE RICKY which led to its subsequent abandonment. Former kennelhand Mr Jonnie Kennedy was found in breach of rule 152(ii) in that he failed to ensure that the rehoming of the greyhound was carried out in a responsible manner, the result of which led to its subsequent abandonment. The Stewards found that Mr Kevin Yates failed to act Results: responsibly in the rehoming of the greyhound and the circumstances of its abandonment. Messrs Rawlinson, Kennedy and Yates were not in attendance. Having considered Messrs Rawlinson and Kennedyâ⁄™s written explanations, the Stewards ordered that Mr Rawlinson be severely reprimanded and fined the sum of Â£500; and that Mr Kennedy be reprimanded and fined the sum of Â£250. The Stewards made no order in respect of Mr Yates who was not within the jurisdiction of the NGRC Rules of Racing. Rules Concered: 18 ;152(i) 152(ii) Go to top

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At their meeting on: 13/05/2008 The following inquiries were held: Stadium/Greyhound: , ROSEDALE RICKY Trainer: Mr J Kennedy Greyhound owner & trainer Mr Frederick Rawlinson was found in breach of rules 18 and 152(i) & (ii) in respect of his failure to responsibly rehome the greyhound ROSEDALE RICKY which led to its subsequent abandonment. Former kennelhand Mr Jonnie Kennedy was found in breach of rule 152(ii) in that he failed to ensure that the rehoming of the greyhound was carried out in a responsible manner, the result of which led to its subsequent abandonment. The Stewards found that Mr Kevin Yates failed to act Results: responsibly in the rehoming of the greyhound and the circumstances of its abandonment. Messrs Rawlinson, Kennedy and Yates were not in attendance. Having considered Messrs Rawlinson and Kennedyâ⁄™s written explanations, the Stewards ordered that Mr Rawlinson be severely reprimanded and fined the sum of Â£500; and that Mr Kennedy be reprimanded and fined the sum of Â£250. The Stewards made no order in respect of Mr Yates who was not within the jurisdiction of the NGRC Rules of Racing. Rules Concered: 152(ii) Go to top

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At their meeting on: 13/05/2008 The following inquiries were held: Stadium/Greyhound: , Information: ROSEDALE RICKY - Mr K Yates Greyhound owner & trainer Mr Frederick Rawlinson was found in breach of rules 18 and Results: 152(i) & (ii) in respect of his failure to responsibly rehome the greyhound ROSEDALE RICKY which led to its subsequent abandonment. Former kennelhand Mr Jonnie Kennedy was found in breach of rule 152(ii) in that he failed to ensure that the rehoming of the greyhound was carried out in a responsible manner, the result of which led to its subsequent abandonment. The Stewards found that Mr Kevin Yates failed to act responsibly in the rehoming of the greyhound and the circumstances of its abandonment. Messrs Rawlinson, Kennedy and Yates were not in attendance. Having considered Messrs Rawlinson and Kennedyâ⁄™s written explanations, the Stewards ordered that Mr Rawlinson be severely reprimanded and fined the sum of Â£500; and that Mr Kennedy be reprimanded and fined the sum of Â£250. The Stewards made no order in respect of Mr Yates who was not within the jurisdiction of the NGRC Rules of Racing. Rules Concered: Go to top

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At their meeting on: 13/05/2008 The following inquiries were held: Stadium/Greyhound: , Information: AULTON MAL - Mr M Stocks Greyhound owner Mr Martin Stocks was found in breach of rules 18, 152(i) & (ii) and 174(xi) in respect of his failure to responsibly rehome the greyhound AULTON MAL; the circumstances of its abandonment on 2 Results: October 2007 and his failure to obtain veterinary treatment for the greyhound. Mr Stocks was not in attendance and did not offer an explanation. The Stewards ordered that he be made a disqualified person and fined the sum of Â£1,500. Rules Concered: 18 152(i) 152(ii) 174(xi) Go to top

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At their meeting on: 18/04/2008 The following inquiries were held: Pelaw Grange Stadium, MOUNTLEADER Stadium/Greyhound: RADA Trainer: Mr P McLaughlin At a local inquiry held by the Area Stipendiary Steward on 27th March 2008, greyhound trainer, Mr P McLaughlin was fined the sum of Â£150 and for a breach of Rule 49(iv) in respect of the improved performance of the greyhound MOUNTLEADER RADA at Pelaw Grange Stadium on 8th November 2007; and his failure to use his best Results: endeavours to ensure that the performance of the greyhound was to the satisfaction of the Stewards. Opening at 1/1 and starting at 1/2, the greyhound had won a 435m handicap race recording a calculated time of 26.74 seconds as compared with its best recent time of 27.32 seconds recorded in a race on 1st November 2007. Rules Concered: 49(iv) Go to top

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At their meeting on: 18/04/2008 The following inquiries were held: Stadium/Greyhound: Perry Barr Stadium, FIONNTRA DOVE Trainer: Mr P Slater At a local inquiry held by the Area Stipendiary Steward on 1st April 2008, professional trainer, Mr P Slater was cautioned as to the future running of greyhounds in his care for a breach of Rule 49(iv) in respect of the improved performance of the greyhound FIONNTRA DOVE at Perry Barr Stadium on 23rd December 2007; and his failure to use his Results: best endeavours to ensure that the performance of the greyhound was to the satisfaction of the Stewards. Opening at 7/4 and starting at 6/4 the greyhound had won a 480m race recording a calculated time of 28.96 seconds as compared with its best recent time of 29.40 seconds recorded in a race on 14th October 2007. Rules Concered: 49(iv) Go to top Local Inquiry

At their meeting on: 18/04/2008 The following inquiries were held: Stadium/Greyhound: Perry Barr Stadium, FORGET THE PAST Trainer: Mr P Meek At a local inquiry held by the Area Stipendiary Steward on 1st April 2008, greyhound trainer, Mr P Meekâ⁄™s explanation was accepted in respect of the improved performance of the greyhound FORGET THE PAST at Perry Barr Results: Stadium on 17th January 2008. Opening at 7/2 and starting at 7/2, the greyhound had won a 480m race recording a calculated time of 29.30 seconds as compared with its best recent time of 29.78 seconds recorded in a trial on 17th January 2008. Rules Concered: Go to top

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At their meeting on: 18/04/2008 The following inquiries were held: Stadium/Greyhound: Perry Barr Stadium, SHORTWOOD BLUE Trainer: Mrs A L Johnson At a local inquiry held by the Area Stipendiary Steward on 2nd April 2008, professional trainer, Mrs A L Johnson was fined the sum of Â£100 for a breach of Rule 49(iv) in respect of the improved performance of the greyhound SHORTWOOD BLUE at Perry Barr Stadium on 11th December 2007; and her failure to use Results: her best endeavours to ensure that the performance of the greyhound was to the satisfaction of the Stewards. Opening at 4/1 and starting at 7/2 the greyhound had won a 480m race recording a calculated time of 29.10 seconds as compared with its best recent time of 29.72 seconds recorded in a trial on 20th October 2007. Rules Concered: 49(iv) Go to top

Local Inquiry At their meeting on: 18/04/2008 The following inquiries were held: Stadium/Greyhound: Sittingbourne Stadium, BALLYMAC JOLLY Trainer: Mr S Mavrias At a local inquiry held by the Area Stipendiary Steward on 4th February 2007, professional trainer, Mr S Mavriasâ⁄™ explanation was accepted in respect of the improved performance of the greyhound BALLYMAC JOLLY at Sittingbourne Stadium on 2th Results: November 2007. Opening at 3/1 and starting at 7/2, the greyhound had won a 480m race recording a calculated time of 30.74 seconds as compared with its best recent time of 31.42 seconds recorded in a trial on 23rd October 2007. Rules Concered: Go to top

National Inquiry

At their meeting on: 10/04/2008 The following inquiries were held: Stadium/Greyhound: Henlow Stadium, WHITEGATE JET Trainer: Mr F G Wass Greyhound trainer Mr Frank Wass was found in breach of rule 174(i)(b) in that a urine sample taken from the greyhound WHITEGATE JET at Henlow Stadium on 30 August 2007 was analysed by HFL as containing the drug theobromine. Mr Wass Results: was in attendance and having considered his explanation together with the circumstances of the case, the Stewards were satisfied that the presence of the substance was the result of unknowingly feeding food which had been contaminated during the manufacturing process. They made no order. Rules Concered: 174(i)(b) Go to top

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At their meeting on: 10/04/2008 The following inquiries were held: Brighton & Hove Stadium, CUTTING IT Stadium/Greyhound: FINE Trainer: Mr A M Lucas Professional trainer Mr Anthony Lucas was found in breach of rule 174(i)(b) in that urine samples taken at Brighton & Hove Stadium from the greyhounds CUTTING IT FINE on 31 July 2007 and ZOLLIES PHANTOM on 19 August 2007 were analysed by HFL as containing the drug theobromine. Mr Lucas Results: was in attendance and having considered his explanation together with the circumstances of the two cases, the Stewards were satisfied that the presence of the substance was the result of unknowingly feeding food which had been contaminated during the manufacturing process. They made no order. Rules Concered: 174(i)(b) Go to top

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At their meeting on: 10/04/2008 The following inquiries were held: Brighton & Hove Stadium, ZOLLIES Stadium/Greyhound: PHANTOM Trainer: Mr A M Lucas Professional trainer Mr Anthony Lucas was found in breach of rule 174(i)(b) in that urine samples taken at Brighton & Hove Stadium from the greyhounds CUTTING IT FINE on 31 July 2007 and ZOLLIES PHANTOM on 19 August 2007 were analysed by HFL as containing the drug theobromine. Mr Lucas Results: was in attendance and having considered his explanation together with the circumstances of the two cases, the Stewards were satisfied that the presence of the substance was the result of unknowingly feeding food which had been contaminated during the manufacturing process. They made no order. Rules Concered: 174(i)(b) Go to top

National Inquiry At their meeting on: 10/04/2008 The following inquiries were held: Stadium/Greyhound: Henlow Stadium, WESTMEAD SUZIE Trainer: Mr R Moore Former greyhound trainer Mr Richard Moore was found in breach of rules 152(i) & (ii), 174(i)(a) and 214 in that a urine sample taken from the greyhound WESTMEAD SUZIE at Henlow Stadium on 27 September 2007 was analysed by HFL as containing the drug Results: theophylline; and the administration of any substance that could affect the performance and/or well being of the greyhound. Mr Moore was in attendance and having considered his explanation together with the circumstances of the case, the Stewards ordered that he be reprimanded and fined the sum of Â£300. Rules Concered: 152(i) 152(ii) 174(i)(a) 214 Go to top

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At their meeting on: 10/04/2008 The following inquiries were held: Stadium/Greyhound: Sittingbourne Stadium, I RUN FOR FUN Trainer: Mr D Griggs Professional trainer Mr David Griggs was found in breach of rule 174(i)(b) in that a urine sample taken from the greyhound I RUN FOR FUN at Sittingbourne Stadium on 4 October Results: 2007 was analysed by HFL as containing the drug dexamethasone. Mr Griggs was not in attendance and having considered his written explanation together with the circumstances of the case, the Stewards made no order. Rules Concered: 174(i)(b) Go to top

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At their meeting on: 10/04/2008 The following inquiries were held: Stadium/Greyhound: Wimbledon Stadium, BURTON COURT Trainer: Mr J T Foster Results: Professional trainer Mr Jason Foster was found in breach of rules 152(i) and 174(i)(a) in that the greyhound BURTON COURT was found to have vomited following a race at Wimbledon Stadium on 12 October 2007; and the administration of any substance that could affect the performance and/or well being of the greyhound. Mr Foster was in attendance and having considered his explanation together with the circumstances of the case, the Stewards ordered that he be cautioned as to the effective supervision of greyhounds in his care. Rules Concered: 152(i) 174(i)(a) Go to top

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At their meeting on: 08/04/2008 The following inquiries were held: Stadium/Greyhound: Pelaw Grange Stadium, NINAS MORI Trainer: Mr B Lewis Greyhound trainer Mr Bryan Lewis was found in breach of rules 152(i) & (ii) in that he acted in a manner prejudicial to the integrity, proper conduct and good reputation of NGRC greyhound racing by failing to comply with the written directions of a veterinary surgeon on a Transport Certificate issued on 9 February 2008 at Pelaw Grange Stadium with Results: regard to the greyhound NINAS MORI. The Stewards found no case to answer against greyhound owner Mr Robert Jones. Mr Lewis and Mr Jones were not in attendance. Having considered the explanations together with the circumstances of the case, the Stewards ordered that Mr Lewis be severely reprimanded and fined the sum of Â£750. Rules Concered: 152(i) 152(ii) Go to top

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At their meeting on: 08/04/2008 The following inquiries were held: Stadium/Greyhound: Belle Vue Stadium, GALIPIP LATERONI Trainer: Mr R W Smith Professional trainer Mr Ronald Smith was found in breach of rule 174(i)(b) in that a urine sample taken from the greyhound GALIPIP LATERONI at Belle Vue Stadium on 8 May 2007 was analysed by HFL as containing the drug theobromine. Mr Smith was not in Results: attendance and having considered his written explanation together with the circumstances of the case, the Stewards were satisfied that the presence of the substance was the result of unknowingly feeding food which had been contaminated during the manufacturing process. They made no order. Rules Concered: 174(i)(b) Go to top

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At their meeting on: 08/04/2008 The following inquiries were held: Stadium/Greyhound: Sunderland Stadium, FINAL TREK Trainer: Mrs J A Little Greyhound trainer Mrs Janice Little was found in breach of rule 174(i)(b) in that a urine sample taken from the greyhound FINAL TREK at Sunderland Stadium on 22 May 2007 was analysed by HFL as containing the drug theobromine. Mrs Little was not in attendance Results: and having considered her written explanation together with the circumstances of the case, the Stewards were satisfied that the presence of the substance was the result of unknowingly feeding food which had been contaminated during the manufacturing process. They made no order. Rules Concered: 174(i)(b) Go to top

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At their meeting on: 08/04/2008 The following inquiries were held: Stadium/Greyhound: Kinsley Stadium, MIKI BLUE BOY Trainer: Mr G Gray Greyhound trainer Mr Geoffrey Gray was Results: found in breach of rule 174(i)(b) in that a urine sample taken from the greyhound MIKI BLUE BOY at Kinsley Stadium on 24 June 2007 was analysed by HFL as containing the drug theobromine. Mr Gray was not in attendance and having considered his written explanation together with the circumstances of the case, the Stewards were satisfied that the presence of the substance was the result of unknowingly feeding food which had been contaminated during the manufacturing process. They made no order. Rules Concered: 174(i)(b) Go to top

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At their meeting on: 08/04/2008 The following inquiries were held: Stadium/Greyhound: Coventry Stadium, BALLYMACKEY LARK Trainer: Mrs E T Parker Professional trainer Mrs Elaine Parker was found in breach of rule 174(i)(b) in that a urine sample taken from the greyhound BALLYMACKEY LARK at Coventry Stadium on 29 July 2007 was analysed by HFL as containing the drug theobromine. Mrs Parker was not in attendance and having Results: considered her written explanation together with the circumstances of the case, the Stewards were satisfied that the presence of the substance was the result of unknowingly feeding food which had been contaminated during the manufacturing process. They made no order. Rules Concered: 174(i)(b) Go to top

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At their meeting on: 08/04/2008 The following inquiries were held: Stadium/Greyhound: , Trainer: Mr P J Hutchinson Mr Patrick (John) Hutchinson was found in Results: breach of rules 152(i) & (ii) in that he provided false information and obtained an NGRC kennelhand licence in 2007, when ineligible to do so. Mr Hutchinson was not in attendance and, having considered his written explanation together with the circumstances of the case, the Stewards ordered that he be cautioned in relation to the accurate completion of NGRC documentation; fined the sum of Â£200 and advised to familiarise himself with the current NGRC Rules of Racing. Rules Concered: 152(i) 152(ii) Go to top

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At their meeting on: 06/03/2008 The following inquiries were held: Stadium/Greyhound: Walthamstow Stadium, DYSERT CARA Trainer: Mr G Baggs The racecourse executive of Walthamstow Stadium were found in breach of rules 46(iii), 102A and 152(i) & (ii) and professional trainer Mr Gary Baggs was found in breach of rule 46(iii) in respect of the circumstances that allowed the greyhound DYSERT CARA to compete in a maiden open race at Walthamstow Stadium on 13 September 2007 when not qualified to do so, having previously won two open races in 2006. Mr Baggs and the authorised representative of Walthamstow Results: Stadium, Mr Jack Chandler were not in attendance; Walthamstow Stadium were represented by the racing manager, Mr Chris Page. Having considered their explanations together with the circumstances of the case, the Stewards ordered that the racecourse executive of Walthamstow Stadium be reprimanded and fined the sum of Â£350 and Mr Baggs be cautioned as to obtaining relevant information about greyhounds before entering them for races. Rules Concered: 46(iii) 102A 152(i) 152(ii) Go to top

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At their meeting on: 06/03/2008 The following inquiries were held: Stadium/Greyhound: Yarmouth Stadium, KILMURRY LASS Trainer: Mr J Smith Professional trainer Mr John Smith was found in breach of rule 174(i)(b) in that a urine sample taken from the greyhound KILMURRY LASS at Yarmouth Stadium on 30 May 2007 was analysed by HFL as containing the drug theobromine. Mr Smith Results: was in attendance and having conisdered his explanation together with the circumstances of the case, the Stewards were satisfied that the presence of the substance was the result of unknowingly feeding food which had been contaminated during the manufacturing process. They made no order. Rules Concered: 174(i)(b) Go to top

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At their meeting on: 06/03/2008 The following inquiries were held: Stadium/Greyhound: Coventry Stadium, CLAN ROYAL Trainer: Mr J Smith Professional trainer Mr John Smith was found in breach of rule 174(i)(b) in that a urine sample taken from the greyhound CLAN ROYAL at Coventry Stadium on 22 August 2007 was analysed by HFL as containing the drug theobromine. Mr Smith was in attendance Results: and having conisdered his explanation together with the circumstances of the case, the Stewards were satisfied that the presence of the substance was the result of unknowingly feeding food which had been contaminated during the manufacturing process. They made no order. Rules Concered: 174(i)(b) Go to top

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At their meeting on: 06/03/2008 The following inquiries were held: Stadium/Greyhound: Coventry Stadium, LISSYCASEY LAD Trainer: Miss J Llewellin Professional trainer Miss Jill Llewellin was found in breach of rule 174(i)(b) in that a urine sample taken from the greyhound LISSYCASEY LAD at Coventry Stadium on 20 June 2007 was analysed by HFL as containing the drug theobromine. Miss Llewellin was not in attendance and having Results: considered her written explanation together with the circumstances of the case, the Stewards were satisfied that the presence of the substance was the result of unknowingly feeding food which had been contaminated during the manufacturing process. They made no order. Rules Concered: 174(i)(b) Go to top

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At their meeting on: 06/03/2008 The following inquiries were held: Peterborough Stadium, PARTNERS Stadium/Greyhound: AZZURRO Trainer: Mr P Braithwaite Professional trainer Mr Paul Braithwaite was found in breach of rule 174(i)(b) in that a urine sample taken from the greyhound PARTNERS AZZURRO at Peterborough Stadium on 28 June 2007 was analysed by HFL as containing the drug theobromine. Mr Braithwaite was not Results: in attendance and having considered his written explanation together with the circumstances of the case, the Stewards were satisfied that the presence of the substance was the result of unknowingly feeding food which had been contaminated during the manufacturing process. They made no order. Rules Concered: 174(i)(b) Go to top

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At their meeting on: 06/03/2008 The following inquiries were held: Stadium/Greyhound: Peterborough Stadium, Trainer: Mr S Cull The Stewards considered a case in respect of the handling of greyhounds in the care of professional trainer Mr Simon Cull at Peterborough Stadium on 5 and 10 October Results: 2007. Mr Cull was in attendance and based on the submissions and explanations offered the Stewards were unable to determine that there had been a breach of the Rules of Racing. The Stewards therefore, made no order. Rules Concered: Go to top

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At their meeting on: 06/03/2008 The following inquiries were held: Stadium/Greyhound: Poole Stadium, VALTORRE BILLY Trainer: Mr G Osborne Greyhound trainer Mr Gordon Osborne was found in breach of rule 174(i)(b) in that a urine sample taken from the greyhound VALTORRE BILLY at Poole Stadium on 21 September 2007 was analysed by HFL as containing the drug theobromine. Mr Osborne Results: was not in attendance and having considered his written explanation together with the circumstances of the case, the Stewards were satisfied that the presence of the substance was the result of unknowingly feeding food which had been contaminated during the manufacturing process. They made no order. Rules Concered: 174(i)(b) Go to top

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At their meeting on: 06/03/2008 The following inquiries were held: Stadium/Greyhound: Walthamstow Stadium, DYSERT CARA Trainer: Racecourse Executive, Walthamstow Stadium The racecourse executive of Walthamstow Stadium were found in breach of rules 46(iii), Results: 102A and 152(i) & (ii) and professional trainer Mr Gary Baggs was found in breach of rule 46(iii) in respect of the circumstances that allowed the greyhound DYSERT CARA to compete in a maiden open race at Walthamstow Stadium on 13 September 2007 when not qualified to do so, having previously won two open races in 2006. Mr Baggs and the authorised representative of Walthamstow Stadium, Mr Jack Chandler were not in attendance; Walthamstow Stadium were represented by the racing manager, Mr Chris Page. Having considered their explanations together with the circumstances of the case, the Stewards ordered that the racecourse executive of Walthamstow Stadium be reprimanded and fined the sum of Â£350 and Mr Baggs be cautioned as to obtaining relevant information about greyhounds before entering them for races. Rules Concered: 46(iii) 102A 151(i) 152(ii) Go to top

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At their meeting on: 04/03/2008 The following inquiries were held: Stadium/Greyhound: Nottingham Stadium, Trainer: Mr J D Roberts Kennelhand Mr James Roberts was found in breach of rules 152(i) & (ii) and 174(xii) in that he acted in a manner prejudicial to the integrity, proper conduct and good reputation of NGRC greyhound racing in respect of his conduct towards NGRC licensed personnel at Results: Nottingham Stadium on 26 November 2007. Mr Roberts was in attendance and having considered his explanation together with the circumstances of the case, the Stewards ordered that he be severely reprimanded, fined the sum of Â£500 and cautioned as to his future conduct at NGRC licensed stadia. Rules Concered: 152(i) 152(ii) 174(xii) Go to top

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At their meeting on: 04/03/2008 The following inquiries were held: Stadium/Greyhound: Perry Barr Stadium, DALCASH SUZANE Trainer: Racecourse Executive, Perry Barr Stadium The racecourse executive of Perry Barr Stadium and professional trainer Mrs Margaret Williams were found in breach of rules 152(i) and 173 in that they failed to adhere with rule 173 when obtaining a urine sample from the greyhound DALCASH SUZANE at Perry Barr Stadium on 20 October 2007. Mrs Williams was in attendance. The authorised Results: representative of Perry Barr Stadium, Ms Carol Chown-Smith did not attend. Having considered the explanations together with the circumstance of the case, the Stewards ordered that the racecourse executive be reprimanded, fined the sum of Â£500 and cautioned as to their future handling of samples. In respect of Mrs Williams the Stewards made no order. Rules Concered: 152(i) 173 Go to top

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At their meeting on: 04/03/2008 The following inquiries were held: Stadium/Greyhound: Perry Barr Stadium, DALCASH SUZANE Trainer: Mrs M Williams The racecourse executive of Perry Barr Stadium and professional trainer Mrs Margaret Williams were found in breach of rules 152(i) and 173 in that they failed to adhere with rule 173 when obtaining a urine sample from the greyhound DALCASH SUZANE at Perry Barr Stadium on 20 October 2007. Mrs Williams was in attendance. The authorised Results: representative of Perry Barr Stadium, Ms Carol Chown-Smith did not attend. Having considered the explanations together with the circumstance of the case, the Stewards ordered that the racecourse executive be reprimanded, fined the sum of Â£500 and cautioned as to their future handling of samples. In respect of Mrs Williams the Stewards made no order. Rules Concered: 152(i) 173 Go to top

National Inquiry At their meeting on: 04/03/2008 The following inquiries were held: Stadium/Greyhound: Perry Barr Stadium, MOUNTEAGLE VISTA Trainer: Mrs M Williams Professional trainer Mrs Margaret Williams was found in breach of rule 174(i)(b) in that a urine sample taken from the greyhound MOUNTEAGLE VISTA at Perry Barr Stadium on 17 August 2007 was analysed by HFL as containing the drug theobromine. Mrs Results: Williams was in attendance and having considered her explanation together with the circumstances of the case, the Stewards were satisfied that the presence of the substance was the result of unknowingly feeding food which had been contaminated during the manufacturing process. They made no order. Rules Concered: 174(i)(b) Go to top

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At their meeting on: 21/02/2008 The following inquiries were held: Stadium/Greyhound: Walthamstow Stadium, CHIVALROUS Trainer: Mr M Puzey Professional trainer Mr Mick Puzey was found in breach of rule 174(i)(b) in that a urine sample taken from the greyhound CHIVALROUS at Walthamstow Stadium on 16 April 2007, was analysed by HFL as containing the drug theobromine. Mr Puzey Results: was in attendance and having considered his explanation together with the circumstances of the case, the Stewards were satisfied that the presence of the substance was the result of unknowingly feeding food which had been contaminated during the manufacturing process. They made no order. Rules Concered: 174(i)(b) Go to top

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At their meeting on: 21/02/2008 The following inquiries were held: Stadium/Greyhound: Walthamstow Stadium, SOLAIRE Trainer: Mr M Puzey Professional trainer Mr Mick Puzey was found in breach of rule 174(i)(b) in that a urine sample taken from the greyhound SOLAIRE at Walthamstow Stadium on 16 April 2007, was analysed by HFL as containing the drug theobromine. Mr Puzey was in attendance and Results: having considered his explanation together with the circumstances of the case, the Stewards were satisfied that the presence of the substance was the result of unknowingly feeding food which had been contaminated during the manufacturing process. They made no order. Rules Concered: 174(i)(b) Go to top

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At their meeting on: 21/02/2008 The following inquiries were held: Stadium/Greyhound: Romford Stadium, ARDMAYLE DANCER Trainer: Mr P F Payne Professional trainer Mr Peter Payne was found in breach of rule 174(i)(b) in that a urine sample taken from the greyhound ARDMAYLE DANCER at Romford Stadium on 31 May 2007, was analysed by HFL as containing the drug theobromine. Mr Payne Results: was in attendance and having considered his explanation together with the circumstances of the case, the Stewards were satisfied that the presence of the substance was the result of unknowingly feeding food which had been contaminated during the manufacturing process. They made no order. Rules Concered: 174(i)(b) Go to top

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At their meeting on: 21/02/2008 The following inquiries were held: Stadium/Greyhound: Romford Stadium, NOBBYS FORTUNE Trainer: Mr P F Payne Professional trainer Mr Peter Payne was found in breach of rule 174(i)(b) in that a urine sample taken from the greyhounds NOBBYS FORTUNE at Romford Stadium on 22 May 2007 was analysed by HFL as containing the drug theobromine. Mr Payne was in Results: attendance and having considered his explanation together with the circumstances of the case, the Stewards were satisfied that the presence of the substance was the result of unknowingly feeding food which had been contaminated during the manufacturing process. They made no order. Rules Concered: 174(i)(b) Go to top

National Inquiry

At their meeting on: 21/02/2008 The following inquiries were held: Stadium/Greyhound: , Information: Results: Rules Concered: Go to top

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At their meeting on: 21/02/2008 The following inquiries were held: Stadium/Greyhound: Perry Barr Stadium, STREET BOSS Trainer: Mr S Deeley Professional trainer Mr Stanley Deeley was found in breach of rules 12(i), 152(i) & (ii), 174(i)(b), (iv) & (vi) in that a urine sample taken from the greyhound STREET BOSS at Perry Barr Stadium on 6 May 2007, was analysed by HFL as containing the drug theobromine; and the failure to register and Results: run the greyhound under the true name of its owner between 14 July 2006 and 2 July 2007. Mr Deeley was not in attendance. Having considered his written explanation together with the circumstances of the case, the Stewards were satisfied that the presence of the substance was the result of unknowingly feeding food which had been contaminated during the manufacturing process; they made no order. In respect of the failure to register the correct ownership, they ordered that he be cautioned and fined the sum of Â£300. Rules Concered: 12(i) 152(i) 152(ii) 174(i)(b) 174(iv) 174(vi) Go to top

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At their meeting on: 21/02/2008 The following inquiries were held: Stadium/Greyhound: Perry Barr Stadium, KILCORGAN PADDY Trainer: Mr S Deeley Professional trainer Mr Stanley Deeley was found in breach of rule 174(i)(b) in that a urine sample taken from the greyhound KILCORGAN PADDY at Perry Barr Stadium on 10 September 2007 was analysed by HFL as containing the drug theobromine. Mr Deeley was not in attendance and having Results: considered his written explanation together with the circumstances of the case, the Stewards were satisfied that the presence of the substance was the result of unknowingly feeding food which had been contaminated during the manufacturing process. They made no order. Rules Concered: 174(i)(b) Go to top

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At their meeting on: 21/02/2008 The following inquiries were held: Sunderland Stadium, DEANCROFT Stadium/Greyhound: WONDER Trainer: Mrs E Y Bell Professional trainer Mrs Yvonne Bell was found in breach of rule 174(i)(b) in that a urine sample taken from the greyhound DEANCROFT WONDER at Sunderland Results: Stadium on 27 March 2007, was analysed by HFL as containing the drug theobromine. Mrs Bell was not in attendance and having considered her written explanation together with the circumstances of the case, the Stewards were satisfied that the presence of the substance was the result of unknowingly feeding food which had been contaminated during the manufacturing process. They made no order. Rules Concered: 174(i)(b) Go to top

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At their meeting on: 21/02/2008 The following inquiries were held: Stadium/Greyhound: Belle Vue Stadium, YOURASTAR JASON Trainer: Miss H Adamson Professional trainer Miss Helen Adamson was found in breach of rule 174(i)(b) in that a urine sample taken from the greyhound YOURASTAR JASON at Belle Vue Stadium on 30 June 2007, was analysed by HFL as containing the drug theobromine. Miss Adamson was not in attendance and having Results: considered her written explanation together with the circumstances of the case, the Stewards were satisfied that the presence of the substance was the result of unknowingly feeding food which had been contaminated during the manufacturing process. They made no order. Rules Concered: 174(i)(b) Go to top

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At their meeting on: 21/02/2008 The following inquiries were held: Stadium/Greyhound: Shawfield Stadium, GLENBURN BENDY Trainer: Mr J Miller Greyhound trainer Mr James Miller was found in breach of rule 174(i)(b) in that a urine sample taken from the greyhound GLENBURN BENDY at Shawfield Stadium Results: on 27 July 2007, was analysed by HFL as containing the drug theobromine. Mr Miller was not in attendance and having considered his written explanation together with the circumstances of the case, the Stewards were satisfied that the presence of the substance was the result of unknowingly feeding food which had been contaminated during the manufacturing process. They made no order. Rules Concered: 174(i)(b) Go to top

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At their meeting on: 19/02/2008 The following inquiries were held: Stadium/Greyhound: Perry Barr Stadium, COUNTYS DAISY Trainer: Mr J Butler Greyhound sales agent, Mr John Butler was found in breach of rules 174(i)(b) and 217 in that a urine sample taken from the greyhound COUNTYS DAISY at an Irish sales trial meeting at Perry Barr Stadium on 13 August 2007, was analysed by HFL as containing the Results: drug nandrolone and the metabolites 19- noretiocholanolone and 19- norepiandrosterone. Mr Butler was not in attendance and, having considered his written explanation together with the circumstances of the case, the Stewards ordered that he be reprimanded and fined the sum of Â£400. Rules Concered: 174(i)(b) 217 Go to top

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At their meeting on: 19/02/2008 The following inquiries were held: Stadium/Greyhound: Belle Vue Stadium, ROXHOLME BOY Trainer: Mrs H Keightley Former greyhound trainer Mrs Hayley Keightley was found in breach of rules 152(i) & (ii), 174(i)(b), 214 and 217 in that a urine sample taken from the greyhound ROXHOLME BOY at Belle Vue Stadium on Results: 17 July 2007 was analysed by HFL as containing the drugs theobromine, theophylline and caffeine. Mrs Keightley was not in attendance and, having considered her written explanation together with the circumstances of the case, the Stewards ordered that she be reprimanded and fined the sum of Â£400. Rules Concered: 152(i) 152(ii) 174(i)(b) 214 217 Go to top

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At their meeting on: 19/02/2008 The following inquiries were held: Stadium/Greyhound: Shawfield Stadium, SNAKE BARN Trainer: Mr T Clements Greyhound trainer Mr Thomas Clements was found in breach of rules 174(i)(b) and 217 in that a urine sample taken from the greyhound SNAKE BARN at Shawfield Stadium on 19 October 2007 was analysed by HFL as containing the metabolite benzoylecgonine. Results: Mr Clements was in attendance and having considered his explanation together with the circumstances of the case, the Stewards accepted his explanation. The Stewards found that there was no case to answer in respect of former kennelhand Mr Angus McCrae. Rules Concered: 174(i)(b) 217 Go to top

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At their meeting on: 19/02/2008 The following inquiries were held: Stadium/Greyhound: , Information: Results: Rules Concered: Go to top

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At their meeting on: 19/02/2008 The following inquiries were held: Stadium/Greyhound: Shawfield Stadium, SNAKE BARN Trainer: Mr A McCrae Results: Greyhound trainer Mr Thomas Clements was found in breach of rules 174(i)(b) and 217 in that a urine sample taken from the greyhound SNAKE BARN at Shawfield Stadium on 19 October 2007 was analysed by HFL as containing the metabolite benzoylecgonine. Mr Clements was in attendance and having considered his explanation together with the circumstances of the case, the Stewards accepted his explanation. The Stewards found that there was no case to answer in respect of former kennelhand Mr Angus McCrae. Rules Concered: Go to top

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At their meeting on: 19/02/2008 The following inquiries were held: Stadium/Greyhound: Shawfield Stadium, KNOCKAULIN HERO Trainer: Mr W Carson KGreyhound trainer Mr William Carson was found in breach of rules 49(iv), 152(i) & (ii), 174(i)(a), 216 and 217 in that a urine sample taken from the greyhound KNOCKAULIN HERO at Shawfield Stadium on 21 September 2007 was analysed by HFL as containing the drug cyclizine; the administration of any substance that could affect the performance and/or well being of the greyhound; not using his best endeavours to ensure that the performance of the greyhound was to the satisfaction of the Stewards; and failing to maintain his greyhound treatment book to NGRC requirements. Kennelhand Mr Daniel Results: Carson was found in breach of rules 49(iv), 152(i) & (ii), 174(i)(a) and 217 in that a urine sample taken from the greyhound KNOCKAULIN HERO at Shawfield Stadium on 21 September 2007 was analysed by HFL as containing the drug cyclizine; the administration of any substance that could affect the performance and/or well being of the greyhound; and, not using his best endeavours to ensure that the performance of the greyhound was to the satisfaction of the Stewards. Neither Mr William Carson or Mr Daniel Carson were in attendance. Having considered their written explanations together with the circumstances of the case, the Stewards ordered that Mr William Carson be severely reprimanded and fined the sum of Â£750 and that Mr Daniel Carson be severely reprimanded and fined the sum of Â£500. Rules Concered: 49(iv) 152(i) 152(ii) 174(i)(a) 217 Go to top

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At their meeting on: 23/01/2008 The following inquiries were held: Stadium/Greyhound: Hall Green Stadium, NODROG MOOKIE Trainer: Mrs B P Smith At a local inquiry held by the Area Stipendiary Steward on 9th January 2008, professional trainer, Mrs B P Smith was fined the sum of Â£200 for a breach of Rule 49(iv) & 216 in respect of the improved performance of the greyhound NODROG MOOKIE at Hall Green Stadium on 9th November 2007; and her Results: failure to use her best endeavours to ensure that the performance of the greyhound was to the satisfaction of the Stewards. Opening at 7/2 and starting at 4/1 the greyhound had won a 480m race recording a calculated time of 28.83 seconds as compared with its best recent time of 29.69 seconds recorded in a trial on 2nd November 2007. Rules Concered: 49 (iv) & 216 Go to top

Local Inquiry

At their meeting on: 23/01/2008 The following inquiries were held: Stadium/Greyhound: Sheffield Stadium, SERENAS GIFT Trainer: Mr J D Davy At a local inquiry held by the Area Stipendiary Steward on 10th January 2008, professional trainer, Mr J D Davyâ⁄™s explanation was accepted in respect of the improved Results: performance of the greyhound SERENAS GIFT at Sheffield Stadium on 27th October 2007. Opening at 6/4 and starting at 11/8 the greyhound had won a 500m race recording a calculated time of 30.36 seconds as compared with its best recent time of 30.80 seconds recorded in a trial on 20th October 2007. Rules Concered: Go to top

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At their meeting on: 23/01/2008 The following inquiries were held: Stadium/Greyhound: Swindon Stadium, ROSSHILL EMILY Trainer: Mr P Foster At a local inquiry held by the Area Stipendiary Steward on 22nd January 2008, professional trainer, Mr P Fosterâ⁄™s explanation was accepted in respect of the improved performance of the greyhound ROSSHILL Results: EMILY at Swindon Stadium on 22nd August 2007. Opening at 3/1 and starting at 7/2, the greyhound had won a 480m race recording a calculated time of 29.26 seconds as compared with its best recent time of 29.94 seconds recorded in a race on 17th August 2007. Rules Concered: Go to top

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At their meeting on: 23/01/2008 The following inquiries were held: Stadium/Greyhound: Swindon Stadium, UP TO MAYO Trainer: Mr A B McDowell At a local inquiry held by the Area Stipendiary Steward on 22nd January 2008, professional trainer, Mr A B McDowellâ⁄™s explanation was accepted in respect of the improved performance of the greyhound UP TO MAYO Results: at Swindon Stadium on 18th August 2007. Opening at 9/4 and starting at 5/2 the greyhound had won a 480m race recording a calculated time of 29.79 seconds as compared with its best recent time of 30.29 seconds recorded in a race on 13th July 2007. Rules Concered: Go to top Local Inquiry

At their meeting on: 23/01/2008 The following inquiries were held: Stadium/Greyhound: Swindon Stadium, WHITEHORN FANCY Trainer: Mr R P Smith At a local inquiry held by the Area Stipendiary Steward on 22nd January 2008, professional trainer, Mr R P Smith was cautioned as to the future running of greyhounds in his care for a breach of Rule 49(iv) in respect of the improved performance of the greyhound WHITEHORN FANCY at Swindon Stadium Results: on 30th July 2007; and his failure to use his best endeavours to ensure that the performance of the greyhound was to the satisfaction of the Stewards. Opening at 3/1 and starting at 5/2F, the greyhound had won a 480m race recording a calculated time of 29.60 seconds as compared with its best recent time of 30.11 seconds recorded in a race on 4th April 2007. Rules Concered: 49 (iv) Go to top

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At their meeting on: 23/01/2008 The following inquiries were held: Stadium/Greyhound: Walthamstow Stadium, CARDEN SIGNAL Trainer: Mr M Wallis At a local inquiry held by the Area Stipendiary Steward on 14th January 2008, professional trainer, Mr M Wallis was cautioned as to the future running of greyhounds in his care for a breach of Rule 49(iv) in respect of the improved performance of the greyhound CARDEN SIGNAL at Walthamstow Stadium on 23rd October 2007; and his failure to use Results: his best endeavours to ensure that the performance of the greyhound was to the satisfaction of the Stewards. Opening at 5/1 and starting at 3/1F, the greyhound had won a 475m race recording a calculated time of 29.45 seconds as compared with its best recent time of 30.33 seconds recorded in a trial on 9th October 2007. Rules Concered: Go to top

National Inquiry

At their meeting on: 17/01/2008 The following inquiries were held: Stadium/Greyhound: Yarmouth Stadium, DUNMURRY QUEEN Trainer: Mr M Clare Professional trainer Mr Michael Clare and greyhound owner Mr John Poll were each found in breach of rule 174(xi) in that they failed to take proper care of the greyhound DUNMURRY QUEEN following its last race at Yarmouth Stadium on 16 June 2007. Mr Clare and Mr Poll were not in attendance and having considered written explanations Results: together with the circumstances of the case, the Stewards ordered that they each be severely reprimanded and fined the sum of Â£1,000. On 30 June 2008, the independent Appeal Board upheld an appeal lodged by Mr Clare against the Stewards' decision against him. A full report can be found under the Appeal Board section at 'Appeal Board Hearings'. Rules Concered: 174(xi) Go to top

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At their meeting on: 17/01/2008 The following inquiries were held: Stadium/Greyhound: Yarmouth Stadium, DUNMURRY QUEEN Trainer: Mr J Poll Professional trainer Mr Michael Clare and greyhound owner Mr John Poll were each found in breach of rule 174(xi) in that they failed to take proper care of the greyhound DUNMURRY QUEEN following its last race Results: at Yarmouth Stadium on 16 June 2007. Mr Clare and Mr Poll were not in attendance and having considered written explanations together with the circumstances of the case, the Stewards ordered that they each be severely reprimanded and fined the sum of Â£1,000. On 30 June 2008, the independent Appeal Board upheld an appeal lodged by Mr Clare against the Stewards' decision against him. A full report can be found under the Appeal Board section at 'Appeal Board Hearings'. Rules Concered: 174(xi) Go to top

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At their meeting on: 17/01/2008 The following inquiries were held: Stadium/Greyhound: Newcastle Stadium, Trainer: Mr C Catchpole Greyhound trainer (temporary licence) Mr Christopher Catchpole was found in breach of rules 152(i) & (ii) and 178 in that he acted in a manner prejudicial to the integrity, proper conduct and good reputation of NGRC greyhound racing in respect of the circumstances that Mr Stephen Duncan as an unlicensed and warned off person was allowed to enter his NGRC licensed kennels on 5 November 2007. Mr Catchpole was in attendance and having considered his explanation together with the circumstances of the case, the Stewards ordered that he be severely reprimanded and fined the sum of Â£750. Mr Stephen Duncan was found in breach of rules 152(i) & (ii) and 178 in that he Results: acted in a manner prejudicial to the integrity, proper conduct and good reputation of NGRC greyhound racing in that as an unlicensed and warned off person he entered NGRC licensed kennels on 5 November 2007. Mr Duncan did not attend the inquiry and, having considered his written explanation together with the circumstances of the case, the Stewards ordered that he be reprimanded and fined the sum of Â£500. Kennelhand Mr Christopher Hammond was found in breach of rules 152(i) & (ii) in that he acted in a manner prejudicial to the integrity, proper conduct and good reputation of NGRC greyhound racing in respect of the circumstances that allowed Mr Stephen Duncan to enter NGRC licensed kennels on 5 November 2007. Mr Hammond did not attend the inquiry and, having considered his written explanation together with the circumstances of the case, the Stewards ordered that he be cautioned as to the security of residential kennels when effectively in charge of the establishment. Rules Concered: 152(i) 152(ii)' 174(xi) Go to top

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At their meeting on: 17/01/2008 The following inquiries were held: Stadium/Greyhound: Newcastle Stadium, Trainer: Mr S Duncan Greyhound trainer (temporary licence) Mr Christopher Catchpole was found in breach of rules 152(i) & (ii) and 178 in that he acted in a manner prejudicial to the integrity, proper conduct and good reputation of NGRC greyhound racing in respect of the circumstances that Mr Stephen Duncan as an unlicensed and warned off person was allowed to enter his NGRC licensed kennels on 5 November 2007. Mr Catchpole was in attendance and having considered his explanation together with the circumstances of the case, the Stewards ordered that he be severely reprimanded and fined the sum of Â£750. Mr Stephen Duncan was found in breach of rules 152(i) & (ii) and 178 in that he Results: acted in a manner prejudicial to the integrity, proper conduct and good reputation of NGRC greyhound racing in that as an unlicensed and warned off person he entered NGRC licensed kennels on 5 November 2007. Mr Duncan did not attend the inquiry and, having considered his written explanation together with the circumstances of the case, the Stewards ordered that he be reprimanded and fined the sum of Â£500. Kennelhand Mr Christopher Hammond was found in breach of rules 152(i) & (ii) in that he acted in a manner prejudicial to the integrity, proper conduct and good reputation of NGRC greyhound racing in respect of the circumstances that allowed Mr Stephen Duncan to enter NGRC licensed kennels on 5 November 2007. Mr Hammond did not attend the inquiry and, having considered his written explanation together with the circumstances of the case, the Stewards ordered that he be cautioned as to the security of residential kennels when effectively in charge of the establishment. Rules Concered: 152(i) 152(ii) 174(xi) Go to top

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At their meeting on: 17/01/2008 The following inquiries were held: Stadium/Greyhound: Newcastle Stadium, Trainer: Mr C Hammond Greyhound trainer (temporary licence) Mr Christopher Catchpole was found in breach of rules 152(i) & (ii) and 178 in that he acted in a manner prejudicial to the integrity, proper conduct and good reputation of NGRC greyhound racing in respect of the circumstances that Mr Stephen Duncan as an unlicensed and warned off person was allowed to enter his NGRC licensed kennels on 5 November 2007. Mr Catchpole was in attendance and having considered his explanation together with the circumstances of the case, the Stewards ordered that he be severely reprimanded and fined the sum of Â£750. Mr Stephen Duncan was found in breach of rules 152(i) & (ii) and 178 in that he Results: acted in a manner prejudicial to the integrity, proper conduct and good reputation of NGRC greyhound racing in that as an unlicensed and warned off person he entered NGRC licensed kennels on 5 November 2007. Mr Duncan did not attend the inquiry and, having considered his written explanation together with the circumstances of the case, the Stewards ordered that he be reprimanded and fined the sum of Â£500. Kennelhand Mr Christopher Hammond was found in breach of rules 152(i) & (ii) in that he acted in a manner prejudicial to the integrity, proper conduct and good reputation of NGRC greyhound racing in respect of the circumstances that allowed Mr Stephen Duncan to enter NGRC licensed kennels on 5 November 2007. Mr Hammond did not attend the inquiry and, having considered his written explanation together with the circumstances of the case, the Stewards ordered that he be cautioned as to the security of residential kennels when effectively in charge of the establishment. Rules Concered: 152(i) 152(ii) Go to top

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At their meeting on: 17/01/2008 The following inquiries were held: Stadium/Greyhound: Kinsley Stadium, HEY UP CHARLIE Trainer: Mr D P F Martin Professional trainer Mr David Martin was found in breach of rule 174(xi) in that he failed to take proper care of the greyhound HEY UP CHARLIE whilst in his care. Mr Martin was in attendance and having considered his Results: explanation together with the circumstances of the case, the Stewards ordered that he be reprimanded and fined the sum of Â£400. Mrs Martin did not attend and the Stewards found no case against her. Rules Concered: 174(xi) Go to top

National Inquiry

At their meeting on: 17/01/2008 The following inquiries were held: Stadium/Greyhound: , Information: Results: Rules Concered: Go to top

National Inquiry

At their meeting on: 15/01/2008 The following inquiries were held: Stadium/Greyhound: Portsmouth Stadium, SOHO SQUARE Trainer: Mr C Friend The Stewards reopened an inquiry held on 12 July 2007 into the positive analysis of a urine sample taken from the greyhound SOHO SQUARE at Portsmouth Stadium on 10 April 2007. The sample had been analysed by HFL as containing the drug theobromine. At that inquiry, professional trainer Mr Cyril Friend had been found in breach of rules 152(i), 174(i)(b), 214 and 217, fined the sum of Â£300 and cautioned as to the future feeding of greyhounds in his care. In considering additional evidence at the reopened inquiry Results: which had not been available at the original hearing, the Stewards were satisfied that the presence of the substance was the result of unknowingly feeding food which had been contaminated during the manufacturing process. Mr Friend was not in attendance and having reviewed the additional information, the Stewards rescinded the order and penalty levied at the original hearing on 12 July 2007. They found Mr Friend in breach of rule 174(i)(b) in respect of the positive sample and made no order. Rules Concered: 174(i)(b) Go to top

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At their meeting on: 15/01/2008 The following inquiries were held: Stadium/Greyhound: Portsmouth Stadium, BARRAGH Trainer: Mrs L Hursthouse The Stewards reopened an inquiry held on 12 July 2007 into the positive analysis of a urine sample taken from the greyhound BARRAGH at Portsmouth Stadium on 10 April 2007. The sample had been analysed by HFL as containing the drug theobromine. At that inquiry, greyhound trainer Mrs Linda Results: Hursthouse had been found in breach of rules 152(i), 174(i)(b), 214 and 217, fined the sum of Â£300 and cautioned as to the future feeding of greyhounds in her care. In considering additional evidence at the reopened inquiry which had not been available at the original hearing, the Stewards were satisfied that the presence of the substance may have been the result of unknowingly feeding food which had been contaminated during the manufacturing process. Mrs Hursthouse was not in attendance and having reviewed the additional information, the Stewards rescinded the order and penalty levied at the original hearing on 12 July 2007. They found Mrs Hursthouse in breach of rule 174(i)(b) in respect of the positive sample and made no order. Rules Concered: 174(i)(b) Go to top

National Inquiry

At their meeting on: 15/01/2008 The following inquiries were held: Stadium/Greyhound: , Information: Results: Rules Concered: Go to top

National Inquiry

At their meeting on: 15/01/2008 The following inquiries were held: Stadium/Greyhound: Doncaster Stadium, RACKETHALL ACE Trainer: Mr E Kovac The Stewards reopened an inquiry held on 12 June 2007 into the positive analysis of a blood sample taken from the greyhound RACKETHALL ACE at Doncaster Stadium on 14 February 2007. The sample had been analysed by HFL as containing the drugs caffeine and theophylline. At that inquiry, greyhound trainer Mr Emil Kovac had been Results: found in breach of rules 152(i), 174(i)(b) and 217, reprimanded and fined the sum of Â£300. In considering additional evidence at the reopened inquiry which had not been available at the original hearing, the Stewards were satisfied that the presence of the substances may have been the result of unknowingly feeding food which had been contaminated during the manufacturing process. Mr Kovac was in attendance and having reviewed the additional information, the Stewards rescinded the order and penalty levied at the original hearing on 12 June 2007. They found Mr Kovac in breach of rule 174(i)(b) in respect of the positive sample and made no order. Rules Concered: 174(i)(b) Go to top

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At their meeting on: 15/01/2008 The following inquiries were held: Stadium/Greyhound: Mildenhall Stadium, KINGS RIDGE Trainer: Mr R A C Gates Greyhound trainer Mr Robert Gates was found in breach of rules 152(i), 174(i)(a) and 217 in that a urine sample taken from the greyhound KINGS RIDGE at Mildenhall Stadium on 10 September 2007 was analysed by HFL as containing the drug phenylbutazone; and he allowed the administration of any substance Results: that could affect the performance and/or well being of the greyhound. Mr Gates was not in attendance and having considered his written explanation together with the circumstances of the case, the Stewards ordered that he be reprimanded, fined the sum of Â£400 and cautioned as to the effective supervision of his greyhounds when being exercised. Rules Concered: 152(i) 174(i)(a) 217 Go to top

National Inquiry

At their meeting on: 15/01/2008 The following inquiries were held: Stadium/Greyhound: Mildenhall Stadium, PUBLIC ENEMY Trainer: Mrs P Cock Greyhound trainer Mrs Pamela Cock was found in breach of rules 174(i)(a) and 217 in that a urine sample taken from the greyhound Results: PUBLIC ENEMY at Mildenhall Stadium on 10 September 2007 was analysed by HFL as containing the drug dexamethasone; and the administration of any substance that could affect the performance and/or well being of the greyhound. Mrs Cock was not in attendance and having considered written submissions together with the circumstances of the case, the Stewards accepted her explanation that the positive test for dexamethasone resulted from previous treatment from her veterinary surgeon. The Stewards made no order. Rules Concered: 174(i)(a) 217 Go to top

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At their meeting on: 06/12/2007 The following inquiries were held: Stadium/Greyhound: Mildenhall Stadium, ASSASSIN Trainer: Mr E Cantillon Professional trainer Mr Eric Cantillon was found in breach of rules 174(i)(b) and 217 in that a urine sample taken from the greyhound ASSASSIN at Mildenhall Stadium on 27 June 2007 was analysed by HFL as containing the Results: drug methylprednisolone. Mr Cantillon was in attendance and having considered his explanation together with the circumstances of the case, the Stewards accepted his explanation. Rules Concered: 174(i)(b) 217 Go to top

National Inquiry

At their meeting on: 06/12/2007 The following inquiries were held: Stadium/Greyhound: Mildenhall Stadium, CHANGED TIMES Trainer: Mr P Stanton Greyhound trainer Mr Peter Stanton was found in breach of rules 49(iv), 152(i) & (ii) , 174(i)(a), 216 and 217 in that a urine sample taken from the greyhound CHANGED TIMES at Mildenhall Stadium on 16 July 2007 was Results: analysed by HFL as containing the drug caffeine; the administration of any substance that could affect the performance of the greyhound; not using his best endeavours to ensure that the performance of the greyhound was to the satisfaction of the Stewards; and, failing to maintain his greyhound Treatment Book to NGRC requirements. Mr Stanton was in attendance and having considered his explanation together with the circumstances of the case, the Stewards ordered that he be reprimanded and fined the sum of Â£300. Rules Concered: 49(iv) 152(i) 152(ii) 174(i)(a) 216 217 Go to top

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At their meeting on: 06/12/2007 The following inquiries were held: Stadium/Greyhound: Brighton & Hove Stadium, AIRCRAFT Trainer: Mr A Lucas Professional trainer Mr Anthony Lucas was found in breach of rules 152(i), 174(i)(b) and 217 in that a urine sample taken from the greyhound AIRCRAFT at Brighton & Hove Stadium on 2 June 2007 was analysed by HFL Results: as containing the drug methylprednisolone. Mr Lucas was in attendance and having considered his explanation together with the circumstances of the case, the Stewards made no order. Rules Concered: 152(i) 174(i)(b) 217 Go to top

National Inquiry

At their meeting on: 06/12/2007 The following inquiries were held: Stadium/Greyhound: Sittingbourne Stadium, LEMON FIGO Trainer: Mr P J Rich Professional trainer Mr Peter Rich was found in breach of rules 152(i) & (ii), 174(i)(a), 215 and 217 in that a urine sample taken from the greyhound LEMON FIGO at Sittingbourne Stadium on 26 August 2007 was analysed by Results: HFL as containing the drug morphine; the administration of any substance that could affect the performance and/or well being of the greyhound; and feeding bread containing poppy seeds. Mr Rich was not in attendance and having considered his written explanation together with the circumstances of the case, the Stewards ordered that he be reprimanded and fined the sum of Â£400. Rules Concered: 152(i) 152(ii) 174(i)(a) 215 217 Go to top

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At their meeting on: 06/12/2007 The following inquiries were held: Stadium/Greyhound: Belle Vue Stadium, TORNAROY TOOT Trainer: Miss J Andrews Professional trainer Miss Joy Andrews was found in breach of rules 152(i), 174(i)(b) and 214 in that a urine sample taken from the greyhound TORNAROY TOOT at Belle Vue Stadium on 14 June 2007 was analysed by Results: HFL as containing the drug pentobarbital. Miss Andrews was in attendance and having considered her explanation together with the circumstances of the case, the Stewards made no order. Rules Concered: 152(i) 174(i)(b) 214 Go to top

National Inquiry

At their meeting on: 04/12/2007 The following inquiries were held: Stadium/Greyhound: Coventry Stadium, FRIDAYS FEARLESS Trainer: Miss J Atkinson Greyhound trainer Miss Jodie Atkinson was found in breach of rules 49(iv), 152(i) & (ii), 174(i)(a), 214, 216 and 217 in that a urine sample taken from the greyhound FRIDAYS FEARLESS at Coventry Stadium on 12 September 2007 was analysed by HFL as containing the drug pholcodine; the Results: administration of any substance that could affect the performance and/or well being of the greyhound; not using her best endeavours to ensure that the performance of the greyhound was to the satisfaction of the Stewards; and, failing to maintain her greyhound Treatment Book to NGRC requirements. Miss Atkinson was in attendance and having considered her explanation together with the circumstances of the case, the Stewards ordered that she be reprimanded and fined the sum of Â£350. Rules Concered: 49(iv) 152(i) 152(ii) 174(i)(a) 214 216 217 Go to top

National Inquiry

At their meeting on: 04/12/2007 The following inquiries were held: Stadium/Greyhound: Doncaster Stadium, TANGO STAR Trainer: Mr L Troughton Greyhound trainer Mr Leonard Troughton was found in breach of rules 49(iv) and 152(ii) in respect of the improved performance of the greyhound TANGO STAR at Doncaster Stadium on 7 July 2007 and not using his best endeavours to ensure that the performance of the greyhound was to the satisfaction of the Stewards. Opening at 7/4f and starting at 1/1f, Results: the greyhound had won its debut race, over 483m recording a calculated time of 29.96 seconds as compared with its best recent time of 30.30 seconds recorded in a trial on 22 May 2007. Mr Troughton was not in attendance and having considered his written explanation together with the circumstances of the case, the Stewards ordered that he be reprimanded and fined the sum of Â£500. Rules Concered: 49(iv) 152(ii) Go to top

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At their meeting on: 04/12/2007 The following inquiries were held: Stadium/Greyhound: Doncaster Stadium, DYLANS WOODS Trainer: Mr J K Bentley Professional trainer Mr John (Jack) Bentley was found in breach of rules 49(iv) and 152(ii) in respect of the improved performance of the greyhound DYLANS WOODS at Doncaster Results: Stadium on 25 May 2007 and not using his best endeavours to ensure that the performance of the greyhound was to the satisfaction of the Stewards. Opening at 7/2 and starting at 4/6f, the greyhound had won a 483m race recording a calculated time of 30.93 seconds as compared with its best recent time of 30.95 seconds recorded in a race on 24 March 2007. However, it was an improved performance on its previous five races in which it had recorded a best time of 31.32 seconds in a race on 20 April 2007. Mr Bentley was not in attendance and having considered his written explanation together with the circumstances of the case, the Stewards ordered that he be reprimanded and fined the sum of Â£450. Rules Concered: 49(iv) 152(ii) Go to top

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At their meeting on: 15/11/2007 The following inquiries were held: Stadium/Greyhound: Mildenhall Stadium, JEMIMAS REVENGE Trainer: Mr D Coltman Greyhound trainer Mr Dean Coltman was found in breach of rules 49(iv), 152(i) & (ii), 174(i)(a) 214, 216 and 217 in that a urine sample taken from the greyhound JEMIMAS REVENGE at Mildenhall Stadium on 25 May 2007 was analysed by HFL as containing the drug caffeine; the administration of any substance that could affect the performance and/or well being of the greyhound; failing to Results: use his best endeavours to ensure that the performance of the greyhound was to the satisfaction of the Stewards; and, failing to maintain his greyhound Treatment Book to NGRC requirements. Mr Coltman was in attendance and having considered his explanation together with the circumstances of the case and mitigation, the Stewards ordered that he be reprimanded and fined the sum of Â£300. Rules Concered: 49(iv) 152(i) 152(ii) 174(i)(a) 214 216 217 Go to top

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At their meeting on: 15/11/2007 The following inquiries were held: Stadium/Greyhound: Belle Vue Stadium, DOONANES BAMBI Trainer: Racecourse Executive The racecourse executive of Belle Vue Stadum were found in breach of rules 152(i) & (ii) and 167 in that they failed to publish in the racecard within a practicable time the recommendations of the local stewards in respect of a preliminary investigation held into the improved performance of the greyhound Results: DOONANES BAMBI at Belle Vue Stadium on 2 March 2007. Belle Vue Stadium was represented by racing manager, Mr William Reid and having considered written and verbal explanations together with the circumstances of the case, the Stewards ordered that the racecourse executive be cautioned. Rules Concered: 152(i) 152(ii) 167 Go to top

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At their meeting on: 15/11/2007 The following inquiries were held: Stadium/Greyhound: Belle Vue Stadium, DOUBLE BACK Trainer: Mr A Heyes Professional trainer Mr Andrew Heyesâ⁄™ explanation was accepted in respect of the improved performance of the greyhound Results: DOUBLE BACK at Belle Vue Stadium on 2 March 2007. Mr Heyes was in attendance at the inquiry. Rules Concered: Go to top

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At their meeting on: 15/11/2007 The following inquiries were held: Stadium/Greyhound: Belle Vue Stadium, CARROWKEAL YANK Trainer: Mr G Rankin Greyhound trainer Mr Graham Rankin was found in breach of rules 49(iv), 152(i) & (ii), 174(i)(b), 216 and 217 in that a urine sample Results: taken from the greyhound CARROWKEAL YANK at Belle Vue Stadium on 17 July 2007 was analysed by HFL as containing the drug methylprednisolone; failing to use his best endeavours to ensure that the performance of the greyhound was to the satisfaction of the Stewards; and, failing to maintain his greyhound Treatment Book to NGRC requirements. Mr Rankin was not in attendance and having considered his written explanation together with the circumstances of the case, the Stewards ordered that he be severely reprimanded and fined the sum of Â£600. Rules Concered: 49(iv) 152(i) 152(ii) 174(i)(b) 216 217 Go to top

National Inquiry

At their meeting on: 15/11/2007 The following inquiries were held: Stadium/Greyhound: , Information: Results: Rules Concered: Go to top

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At their meeting on: 15/11/2007 The following inquiries were held: Stadium/Greyhound: Brighton & Hove Stadium, DROOPYS JOHN Trainer: Mr C Allsopp Professional trainer Mr Christopher Allsopp was found in breach of rules 174(i)(b) and 217 in that a urine sample taken from the greyhound DROOPYS JOHN at Brighton & Hove Stadium on 31 July 2007 was analysed Results: by HFL as containing the drug methylprednisolone. Mr Allsopp was in attendance and having considered his explanation together with the circumstances of the case, the Stewards accepted his explanation. Rules Concered: 174(i)(b) 217 Go to top

National Inquiry At their meeting on: 13/11/2007 The following inquiries were held: Stadium/Greyhound: Hall Green Stadium, STORMY MIA Trainer: Mr J Keane Greyhound agent Mr Joe Keane was found in breach of rules 152(i), 174(i)(b) and 217 in that a urine sample taken from the greyhound STORMY MIA at an Irish sales trial meeting at Hall Green Stadium on 25 March 2007 was analysed by HFL as containing the drug Results: tepoxalin and the metabolite pyrazole acid. Mr Keane was in attendance and having considered his explanation together with mitigating circumstances attached to the case, the Stewards ordered that he be reprimanded and fined the sum of Â£400. Rules Concered: 152(i) 174(i)(b) 217 Go to top

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At their meeting on: 13/11/2007 The following inquiries were held: Stadium/Greyhound: Perry Barr Stadium, MOMENTS GLORY Trainer: Mr A Stone Greyhound trainer Mr Alec Stone was found in breach of rules 152(i), 174(i)(a) and 217 in that a urine sample taken from the greyhound MOMENTS GLORY at Perry Barr Stadium on 13 July 2007 was analysed by HFL as containing the drug salicylic acid; and the Results: administration of any substance that could affect the performance and/or well being of the greyhound. Mr Stone was in attendance and having considered his explanation together with the circumstances of the case, the Stewards accepted his explanation. Rules Concered: 152(i) 174(i)(a) 217 Go to top

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At their meeting on: 13/11/2007 The following inquiries were held: Stadium/Greyhound: Doncaster Stadium, Trainer: Mr C Mason Professional trainer Mr Christopher Mason was found in breach of rules 18, 152(i) & (ii), 174(xi), 212 and 213 in that by his actions and neglect he allowed greyhounds to be kept in such a manner as to cause them unnecessary suffering; he boarded greyhounds at a location other than that authorised by the NGRC; and he failed to notify the NGRC of change of ownership of greyhounds. Mr Mason was not in attendance and having considered his written explanation together with the circumstances of the case, the Stewards ordered that he made a disqualified person and Results: fined the sum of Â£1,500. Greyhound owner Mr Michael Hurst was found in breach of rules 18, 152(i) & (ii) and 174(xi) in that he failed to notify the NGRC of change of ownership of greyhounds and by his actions and neglect permitted greyhounds in his ownership to be treated in such a manner as to cause them unnecessary suffering. Mr Hurst was not in attendance and having considered his written explanation together with the circumstances of the case, the Stewards ordered that he be made a disqualified person and fined the sum of Â£1,000. Rules Concered: 18 152(i) & (ii) 174(xi) 212 213 Go to top

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At their meeting on: 13/11/2007 The following inquiries were held: Stadium/Greyhound: Doncaster Stadium, Information: Greyhound owner Mr M B Hurst Professional trainer Mr Christopher Mason was found in breach of rules 18, 152(i) & (ii), 174(xi), 212 and 213 in that by his actions and neglect he allowed greyhounds to be kept in such a manner as to cause them unnecessary suffering; he boarded greyhounds at a location Results: other than that authorised by the NGRC; and he failed to notify the NGRC of change of ownership of greyhounds. Mr Mason was not in attendance and having considered his written explanation together with the circumstances of the case, the Stewards ordered that he made a disqualified person and fined the sum of Â£1,500. Greyhound owner Mr Michael Hurst was found in breach of rules 18, 152(i) & (ii) and 174(xi) in that he failed to notify the NGRC of change of ownership of greyhounds and by his actions and neglect permitted greyhounds in his ownership to be treated in such a manner as to cause them unnecessary suffering. Mr Hurst was not in attendance and having considered his written explanation together with the circumstances of the case, the Stewards ordered that he be made a disqualified person and fined the sum of Â£1,000. Rules Concered: Go to top

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At their meeting on: 18/10/2007 The following inquiries were held: Stadium/Greyhound: Reading Stadium, ANGELS REST Trainer: Mr J Davies Professional trainer Mr John Davies was found in breach of rules 49(iv), 152(i) & (ii), 174(i)(a) and 217 in that a urine sample taken from the greyhound ANGELS REST at Reading Stadium on 24 May 2007, was analysed by HFL as containing the drug procaine; the administration of any substance that could affect the performance and/or well Results: being of the greyhound; and not using his best endeavours to ensure that the performance of the greyhound was to the satisfaction of the Stewards. Mr Davies was not in attendance and, having considered his written explanation together with the circumstances of the case, the Stewards ordered that he be severely reprimanded and fined the sum of Â£800. Rules Concered: 49(iv) 152(i) 152(ii) 174(i)(a) 217 Go to top

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At their meeting on: 18/10/2007 The following inquiries were held: Stadium/Greyhound: Reading Stadium, MAGICAL CELTIC Trainer: Mr K Barron Greyhound trainer Mr Keith Barron was found in breach of rules 152(i), 174(i)(a) and 217 in that a urine sample taken from the greyhound MAGICAL CELTIC at Reading Stadium on 24 May 2007, was analysed by HFL as containing the drug furosemide; and the Results: administration of any substance that could affect the performance and/or well being of the greyhound. Mr Barron was in attendance and, having considered his explanation together with the circumstances of the case, the Stewards ordered that he be reprimanded and fined the sum of Â£400. Rules Concered: 152(i) 174(i)(a) 217 Go to top

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At their meeting on: 18/10/2007 The following inquiries were held: Stadium/Greyhound: Perry Barr Stadium, CLONREGAN YANKEE Trainer: Mr J Franklin Greyhound agent (Eire) Mr John Franklin was found in breach of rules 49(iv), 152(i) & (ii), 174(i)(a) and 217 in that a urine sample taken from the greyhound CLONREGAN YANKEE at Perry Barr Stadium Sales on 4 June 2007, was analysed by HFL as containing the drug salicylic acid; the administration of any substance that could affect the performance Results: and/or well being of the greyhound; and not using his best endeavours to ensure that the performance of the greyhound was to the satisfaction of the Stewards. Mr Franklin was not in attendance and, having considered his written explanation together with the circumstances of the case, the Stewards ordered that he be severely reprimanded and fined the sum of Â£1,000. Rules Concered: 49(iv) 152(i) 152(ii) 174(i)(a) 217 Go to top

National Inquiry At their meeting on: 18/10/2007 The following inquiries were held: Stadium/Greyhound: , Trainer: Miss D Calvert Professional trainer Miss Debbie Calvert was found in breach of rules 152(i) & (ii) and 212(xi) in that she acted in a manner prejudicial to the integrity, proper conduct and good reputation of NGRC greyhound racing in Results: respect of employing a child under the age of 15. Miss Calvert was in attendance and, having considered her explanation together with the circumstances of the case, the Stewards ordered that she be reprimanded and fined the sum of Â£400. Rules Concered: 152(i) 152(ii) 217 Go to top

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At their meeting on: 18/10/2007 The following inquiries were held: Stadium/Greyhound: Crayford Stadium, GLENSIDE DAYS Trainer: Mr A C B Green Professional trainer Mr Arun Green was found in breach of rules 152(i), 174(i)(b) and 217 in that a urine sample taken from the greyhound GLENSIDE DAYS at Crayford Stadium on 3 April 2007, was analysed by HFL as containing the drug methylprednisolone. Mr Results: Green was not in attendance and, having considered his written explanation together with the circumstances of the case, the Stewards ordered that he be severely reprimanded and fined the sum of Â£700. (Adjourned from 14 August 2007) Rules Concered: 152(i) 174(i)(b) 217 Go to top

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At their meeting on: 16/10/2007 The following inquiries were held: Stadium/Greyhound: Shawfield Stadium, Trainer: Mr A H R Dunlop Greyhound trainer Mr Andrew Dunlop was found in breach of rules 106, 152(i) & (ii) and 174(xiv)(b) in that he acted in a manner prejudicial to the integrity, proper conduct and good reputation of NGRC greyhound racing when refusing to allow the NGRC area stipendiary steward access to his kennels; and he hindered and obstructed the area Results: stipendiary steward engaged in an investigation in connection with greyhound racing. Mr Dunlop was not in attendance and, having considered his written explanation together with the circumstances of the case, the Stewards ordered that he be made a disqualified person and fined the sum of Â£1,000. Rules Concered: 106 151(i) 152(ii) 174(xiv)(b) Go to top

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At their meeting on: 16/10/2007 The following inquiries were held: Stadium/Greyhound: Brighton & Hove Stadium, LENAS ADAM Trainer: Mr K Tester Professional trainer Mr Ken Tester was found in breach of rules 152(i), 174(i)(b) and 217 in that a urine sample taken from the greyhound LENAS ADAM at Brighton & Hove Stadium on 2 June 2007, was analysed by HFL as Results: containing the drug prednisolone. Mr Tester was in attendance and, having considered his explanation along with all of the circumstances of the case, the Stewards made no order. Rules Concered: 152(i) 174(i)(b) 217 Go to top

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At their meeting on: 16/10/2007 The following inquiries were held: Stadium/Greyhound: Sittingbourne Stadium, BUSHPARK PETE Trainer: Mr B Booth Professional trainer Mr Brian Booth was found Results: in breach of rules 152(i) & (ii), 174(i)(b), 215 and 217 in that a urine sample taken from the greyhound BUSHPARK PETE at Sittingbourne Stadium on 19 April 2007, was analysed by HFL as containing the drug morphine; and the feeding of bread containing poppy seeds to the greyhound. Mr Booth was in attendance and, having considered his explanation together with the circumstances of the case, the Stewards ordered that he be reprimanded and fined the sum of Â£400. Rules Concered: 152(i) 152(ii) 174(i)(b) 215 217 Go to top

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At their meeting on: 12/09/2007 The following inquiries were held: Stadium/Greyhound: Kinsley Stadium, LASER FORCE Trainer: Mr A Froom At a local inquiry held by the Area Stipendiary Steward on 18th August 2007, greyhound trainer, Mr A Froomâ⁄™s explanation was accepted in respect of the improved performance of the greyhound LASER Results: FORCE at Kinsley Stadium on 26th May 2007. Opening at 2/1 and starting at 7/4 the greyhound had won a 465m race recording a calculated time of 28.74 seconds as compared with its best recent time of 29.19 seconds recorded in a trial on 19th May 2007. Rules Concered: Go to top

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At their meeting on: 11/09/2007 The following inquiries were held: Stadium/Greyhound: Romford Stadium, BLONDE ZITA Trainer: Miss M L Locke Professional trainer Miss Maxine Locke was found in breach of rules 152(i), 174(i)(b) and 217 in that a urine sample taken from the Results: greyhound BLONDE ZITA at Romford Stadium on 31 May 2007, was analysed by HFL as containing the drug prednisolone. Miss Locke was not in attendance but was represented by Mr Stephen Locke. Having considered the explanation provided together with the circumstances of the case, the Stewards made no order. Rules Concered: 152(i) 174(i)(b) 217 Go to top

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At their meeting on: 11/09/2007 The following inquiries were held: Stadium/Greyhound: Romford Stadium, CADEN LANE Trainer: Mr J W Reynolds Professional trainer Mr James Reynolds was found in breach of rules 152(i), 174(i)(b) and 217 in that a urine sample taken from the greyhound CADEN LANE at Romford Stadium on 31 May 2007, was analysed by Results: HFL as containing the drug prednisolone. Mr Reynolds was in attendance and, having considered his explanation together with the circumstances of the case, the Stewards made no order. Rules Concered: 152(i) 174(i)(b) 217 Go to top

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At their meeting on: 15/08/2007 The following inquiries were held: Stadium/Greyhound: Oxford Stadium, BLAZE BLACK Information: At a local inquiry held by the Area Stipendiary Steward on 11th August 2007, the racecourse executive of Oxford Stadium was reprimanded and fined the sum of Â£300 for a breach of Results: Rule 50(i) in that they allowed the greyhound BLAZE BLACK to compete in a 595 metre race on 23rd June 2007, when not qualified The greyhoundâ⁄™s previous performance over 595 metres was on 21st April 2007. Rules Concered: 50(i) Go to top

National Inquiry At their meeting on: 14/08/2007 The following inquiries were held: Stadium/Greyhound: Reading Stadium, FRENCH HONDO Trainer: Mr A Ali Greyhound trainer Mr Afzal Ali was found in breach of rules 49(iv), 152(i) & (ii), 174(i)(a), 216 and 217 in that a urine sample taken from the greyhound FRENCH HONDO at Reading Stadium on 19 April 2007, was analysed by HFL as containing the drug timolol; the administration of any substance that could affect the performance and/or well being of the greyhound; not using his best endeavours to Results: ensure that the performance of the greyhound was to the satisfaction of the Stewards; and failing to maintain his greyhound Treatment Book to NGRC requirements. Mr Ali was in attendance and having considered his explanation together with the circumstances of the case, the Stewards ordered that he be severely reprimanded and fined the sum of Â£750. Rules Concered: 49(iv) 152(i) 152(ii) 174(i)(a) 216 217 Go to top

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At their meeting on: 14/08/2007 The following inquiries were held: Stadium/Greyhound: Peterborough Stadium, CHEEKY MILE Trainer: Mr R Jones Greyhound trainer Mr Robert Jones was found in breach of rules 49(iv), 152(i) & (ii), 174(i)(a), 216 and 217 in that a urine sample taken from the greyhound CHEEKY MILE at Peterborough Stadium on 26 April 2007, was analysed by HFL as containing the drug cyclizine and a metabolite of cyclizine; the administration of any substance that could Results: affect the performance and/or well being of the greyhound; not using his best endeavours to ensure that the performance of the greyhound was to the satisfaction of the Stewards; and failing to maintain his greyhound Treatment Book to NGRC requirements. Mr Jones was not in attendance and having considered his written explanation together with the circumstances of the case, the Stewards ordered that he be severely reprimanded and fined the sum of Â£850. Rules Concered: 49(iv) 152(i) 152(ii) 174(i)(a) 216 217 Go to top

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At their meeting on: 14/08/2007 The following inquiries were held: Stadium/Greyhound: Peterborough Stadium, PUEBLO PRINCE Trainer: Mr S Cull Professional trainer Mr Simon Cull was found in breach of rules 152(i), 174(i)(b) and 214 in that a urine sample taken from the greyhound PUEBLO PRINCE at Peterborough Stadium on 26 April 2007, was analysed by HFL as Results: containing the drug morphine. Mr Cull was in attendance and having considered his explanation together with the circumstances of the case, the Stewards made no order but cautioned him as to the future feeding of greyhounds in his care. Rules Concered: 152(i) 174(i)(b) 214 Go to top

Local Inquiry

At their meeting on: 02/08/2007 The following inquiries were held: Stadium/Greyhound: Hall Green Stadium, WATCH FOR POSH Trainer: Mr J Pearce At a local inquiry held by the Area Stipendiary Steward on 20th July 2007, professional trainer, Mr J Pearceâ⁄™s explanation was accepted in respect of the improved performance of the greyhound WATCH FOR Results: POSH at Hall Green Stadium on 12th May 2007. Opening at 3/1 and starting at 4/1 the greyhound had won a 480m race recording a calculated time of 29.81 seconds as compared with its best recent time of 30.26 seconds recorded in a trial on 13th April 2007. Rules Concered: Go to top Local Inquiry

At their meeting on: 02/08/2007 The following inquiries were held: Stadium/Greyhound: Perry Barr Stadium, BLACKBUSH LENA Trainer: Mr D E Freeman At a local inquiry held by the Area Stipendiary Steward on 23rd July 2007, professional trainer, Mr D E Freemanâ⁄™s explanation was accepted in respect of the improved performance of the greyhound BLACKBUSH LENA at Perry Barr Stadium on 20th May Results: 2007. Opening at 2/1 and starting at 7/4 fav, the greyhound had won a 480m race recording a calculated time of 28.95 seconds as compared with its best recent time of 29.42 seconds recorded in a race on 18th March 2007. Rules Concered: Go to top

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At their meeting on: 02/08/2007 The following inquiries were held: Stadium/Greyhound: Perry Barr Stadium, FLORIDA GALE Trainer: Mr D E Freeman At a local inquiry held by the Area Stipendiary Steward on 23rd July 2007, professional trainer, Mr D E Freeman was fined the sum of Â£125 for a breach of Rule 49(iv) and Rule 216 in respect of the improved performance of the greyhound FLORIDA GALE at Perry Barr Stadium on 26th May 2007; and his failure to use his best endeavours to ensure that the Results: performance of the greyhound was to the satisfaction of the Stewards and failing to maintain his kennel and treatment book to NGRC requirements. Opening at 4/1 and starting at 5/1 the greyhound had won a 480m race recording a calculated time of 28.89 seconds as compared with its best recent time of 29.42 seconds recorded in a trial on 14 May 2007. Rules Concered: 49(iv), 216 Go to top Local Inquiry

At their meeting on: 02/08/2007 The following inquiries were held: Stadium/Greyhound: Sheffield Stadium, MAGNA SWIFT Trainer: Mr B Draper At a local inquiry held by the Area Stipendiary Steward on 26th July 2007, professional trainer, Mr B Draperâ⁄™s explanation was accepted in respect of the improved performance of the greyhound MAGNA SWIFT at Sheffield Stadium on 24th March Results: 2007. Opening at 5/4 and starting at 11/10 fav, the greyhound had won a 500m race recording a calculated time of 29.39 seconds as compared with its best recent time of 29.97 seconds recorded in a trial on 20th March 2007. Rules Concered: Go to top

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At their meeting on: 02/08/2007 The following inquiries were held: Stadium/Greyhound: Sunderland Stadium, ELWICK KNOWS Trainer: Miss W Miller At a local inquiry held by the Area Stipendiary Steward on 28th June 2007, professional trainer, Miss W Millerâ⁄™s explanation was accepted in respect of the improved performance of the greyhound ELWICK Results: KNOWS at Sunderland Stadium on 13th April 2007. Opening at 2/1 and starting at 3/1 the greyhound had won a 450m race recording a calculated time of 27.79 seconds as compared with its best recent time of 28.61 seconds recorded in a trial on 23rd March 2007. Rules Concered: Go to top

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At their meeting on: 12/07/2007 The following inquiries were held: Stadium/Greyhound: Swindon Stadium, MARSTON MERCURY Trainer: Mr D D Porter At a local inquiry held by the Area Stipendiary Steward on 3rd July 2007, professional trainer, Mr D Porter was fined the sum of Â£100 for a breach of Rule 49(iv) in respect of the improved performance of the greyhound MARSTON MERCURY at Swindon Stadium on 10th March 2007; and his failure to use his Results: best endeavours ensure that the performance of the greyhound was to the satisfaction of the Stewards. Opening at 5/2 and starting at 2/1, the greyhound had won a 480m race recording a calculated time of 29.80 seconds as compared with its best recent time of 30.50 seconds recorded in a trial on 6th February 2007. Rules Concered: 49(iv) Go to top

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At their meeting on: 12/07/2007 The following inquiries were held: Stadium/Greyhound: Swindon Stadium, DOONANES PIT Trainer: Mr R P Smith At a local inquiry held by the Area Stipendiary Steward on 3rd July 2007, professional trainer, Mr R P Smith was fined the sum of Â£100 for a breach of Rule 49(iv) in respect of the improved performance of the greyhound DOONANES PIT at Swindon Stadium on 21st February 2007; and his failure to use his best Results: endeavours to ensure that the performance of the greyhound was to the satisfaction of the Stewards. Opening at 3/1 and starting at 2/1 the greyhound had won a 480m race recording a calculated time of 29.37 seconds as compared with its best recent time of 30.07 seconds recorded in a trial on 16th February 2007. Rules Concered: 49(iv) Go to top

Local Inquiry At their meeting on: 12/07/2007 The following inquiries were held: Stadium/Greyhound: Swindon Stadium, YANEED CHARM Trainer: Mr R P Smith At a local inquiry held by the Area Stipendiary Steward on 3rd July 2007, professional trainer, Mr R P Smithâ⁄™s explanation was accepted in respect of the improved performance of the greyhound YANEED CHARM at Swindon Results: Stadium on 21st April 2007. Opening and starting at 5/2 the greyhound had won a 480m race recording a calculated time of 29.49 seconds as compared with its best recent time of 30.07 seconds recorded in a trial on 10th April 2007. Rules Concered: Go to top

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At their meeting on: 12/07/2007 The following inquiries were held: Stadium/Greyhound: Swindon Stadium, SWIFT WEIR Trainer: Mr P Foster At a local inquiry held by the Area Stipendiary Steward on 3rd July 2007, professional trainer, Mr P Foster was fined the sum of Â£100 for a breach of Rule 49(iv) in respect of the improved performance of the greyhound SWIFT WEIR at Swindon Stadium on 10th March 2007; and his failure to use his best Results: endeavours to ensure that the performance of the greyhound was to the satisfaction of the Stewards. Opening at 11/10 and starting at 4/5 the greyhound had won a 480m race recording a calculated time of 29.20 seconds as compared with its best recent time of 29.92 seconds recorded in a race on 2nd March 2007. Rules Concered: 49(iv) Go to top

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At their meeting on: 12/07/2007 The following inquiries were held: Stadium/Greyhound: Swindon Stadium, MOVEALONG DAVE Trainer: Mr P S Walden At a local inquiry held by the Area Stipendiary Steward on 3rd July 2007, professional trainer, Mr P S Walden was cautioned as to the future running of greyhounds in his care for a breach of Rule 49(iv) in respect of the improved performance of the greyhound MOVEALONG DAVE at Swindon Stadium on 26th February 2007; and his failure to use his best Results: endeavours to ensure that the performance of the greyhound was to the satisfaction of the Stewards. Opening at 2/1 and starting at 5/2 the greyhound had won a 480m race recording a calculated time of 29.49 seconds as compared with its best recent time of 30.00 seconds recorded in a race on 21st February 2007. Rules Concered: 49(iv) Go to top

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At their meeting on: 12/07/2007 The following inquiries were held: Stadium/Greyhound: Portsmouth Stadium, BARRAGH Trainer: Mrs L Hursthouse Greyhound trainer Mrs Linda Hursthouse was found in breach of rules 152(i), 174(i)(b), 214 and 217 in that a urine sample taken from the greyhound BARRAGH at Portsmouth Stadium on 10 April 2007, was analysed by HFL as containing the drug theobromine. Mrs Results: Hursthouse was in attendance and having considered her explanation together with the circumstances of the case, the Stewards ordered that she be fined the sum of Â£300 and cautioned as to the future feeding of greyhounds in her care. Rules Concered: 152(i) 174(i)(b) 214 217 Go to top

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At their meeting on: 12/07/2007 The following inquiries were held: Stadium/Greyhound: Portsmouth Stadium, SOHO SQUARE Trainer: Mr C G Friend Professional trainer Mr Cyril Friend was found n breach of rules 152(i), 174(i)(b), 214 and 217 in that a urine sample taken from the greyhound SOHO SQUARE at Portsmouth Stadium on 10 April 2007, was analysed by HFL as containing the drug theobromine. Mr Results: Friend was in attendance and having considered his explanation together with the circumstances of the case, the Stewards ordered that he be fined the sum of Â£300 and cautioned as to the future feeding of greyhounds in his care. Rules Concered: 152(i) 174(i)(b) 214 217 Go to top

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At their meeting on: 12/07/2007 The following inquiries were held: Stadium/Greyhound: Newcastle Stadium, HILLFIRE UTAH Trainer: Mr B Stirling Former professional trainer Mr Brian Stirling was found in breach of rules 49(iv), 152(i) & (ii), 174(i)(a) and 217 in that a urine sample taken from the greyhound HILLFIRE UTAH at Newcastle Stadium on 21 February 2007, was analysed by HFL as containing the drug methylprednisolone; the administration of any substance that could affect the performance and/or well being of the greyhound; not using his best endeavours to ensure that the performance of the greyhound was to the satisfaction of the Stewards; and he refused to Results: allow the Area Stipendiary Steward access to his Greyhound Treatment Book. Former kennelhand, Mr Stephen Duncan was found in breach of rules 152(i) & (ii) and 174(xiv) in that he refused to provide information requested by the NGRC in respect the investigation of the circumstances of the positive sample and by so doing, hindered the investigation. Mr Stirling and Mr Duncan did not attend. Having considered Mr Stirlingâ⁄™s written explanation together with the circumstances of the case, the Stewards ordered that Mr Stirling be warned off indefinitely and fined the sum of Â£1,000; and that Mr Duncan be warned off indefinitely and fined the sum of Â£750. Rules Concered: 49(iv) 152(i) 152 (ii) 174(i)(a) 174(xiv) 217 Go to top

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At their meeting on: 12/07/2007 The following inquiries were held: Stadium/Greyhound: Newcastle Stadium, HILLFIRE UTAH Trainer: Mr S Duncan Former professional trainer Mr Brian Stirling was found in breach of rules 49(iv), 152(i) & (ii), 174(i)(a) and 217 in that a urine sample taken from the greyhound HILLFIRE UTAH at Newcastle Stadium on 21 February 2007, was analysed by HFL as containing the drug methylprednisolone; the administration of any substance that could affect the performance and/or well being of the greyhound; not using his best endeavours to ensure that the performance of the greyhound was to the satisfaction of the Stewards; and he refused to allow the Area Stipendiary Steward access to his Greyhound Treatment Book. Former Results: kennelhand, Mr Stephen Duncan was found in breach of rules 152(i) & (ii) and 174(xiv) in that he refused to provide information requested by the NGRC in respect the investigation of the circumstances of the positive sample and by so doing, hindered the investigation. Mr Stirling and Mr Duncan did not attend. Having considered Mr Stirlingâ⁄™s written explanation together with the circumstances of the case, the Stewards ordered that Mr Stirling be warned off indefinitely and fined the sum of Â£1,000; and that Mr Duncan be warned off indefinitely and fined the sum of Â£750. Rules Concered: 49(iv), 152(i) & (ii), 174(i)(a) and 217 Go to top

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At their meeting on: 12/07/2007 The following inquiries were held: Pelaw Grange Stadium, Stadium/Greyhound: GIVEHIMAHAMMER Trainer: Mr G Tighe Professional trainer Mr George Tighe was found in breach of rules 49(iv), 152(i) & (ii), 174(i)(a), 216 and 217 in that a urine sample taken from the greyhound GIVEHIMAHAMMER at Pelaw Grange Stadium on 5 March 2007, was analysed by HFL as containing the drug methylprednisolone; the administration of any substance that could affect the performance and/or well being of the greyhound; he failed to seek veterinary examination when the greyhound was lame and treated it when he Results: was not qualified to do so to using medication that had not been prescribed for the greyhound; he did not use his best endeavours to ensure that the performance of the greyhound was to the satisfaction of the Stewards; and he failed to maintain his Greyhound Treatment Book to NGRC requirements. Mr Tighe was not in attendance and having considered his written explanation together with the circumstances of the case, the Stewards ordered that he be disqualified and fined the sum of Â£1,000. Rules Concered: 49(iv) 152(i) 152(ii) 174(i)(a) 216 217 Go to top

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At their meeting on: 10/07/2007 The following inquiries were held: Stadium/Greyhound: Doncaster Stadium, JOS CIGAR Information: The racecourse executive of Belle Vue Stadium were found in breach of rules 36(ii)(a), 102A and 152(i) & (ii) in respect of the failure to enter trial form lines for the greyhound JOS CIGAR on the Irish Results: Greyhound Stud Book official Identity Card at Belle Vue Stadium on 13 and 18 August 2005. The racecourse executive of Doncaster Stadium were found in breach of rules 36(i)(g), 36(ii)(a), 45(iii), 46(iii) & (iv), 53, 54, 102A and 152(i) & (ii) in respect of the failure to enter trial form lines for the greyhound JOS CIGAR on the Irish Greyhound Stud Book official Identity Card at Doncaster Stadium on 2 and 9 September 2005 and the trial line and disqualification of the greyhound on 5 October 2005; thereby allowing the greyhound to trial and race subsequently when not qualified to do so. The authorised representative of Belle Vue Stadium, Mr Carl Warren and of Doncaster Stadium Mrs Yvonne Freeborn apologised for their non-attendance. Having considered written explanations together with the circumstances of the case, the Stewards ordered that the racecourse executive of Belle Vue Stadium be severely reprimanded and fined the sum of Â£600; and that the racecourse executive of Doncaster Stadium be severely reprimanded and fined the sum of Â£750. 36(i)(g) 36(ii)(a)l 45(iii)l 46(iii)l Rules Concered: 46(iv) 53 54 102A 152(i) & (ii) Go to top

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At their meeting on: 10/07/2007 The following inquiries were held: Stadium/Greyhound: Belle Vue Stadium, JOS CIGAR Information: The racecourse executive of Belle Vue Stadium were found in breach of rules 36(ii)(a), 102A and 152(i) & (ii) in respect of the failure to enter trial form lines for the greyhound JOS CIGAR on the Irish Greyhound Stud Book official Identity Card at Belle Vue Stadium on 13 and 18 August 2005. The racecourse executive of Doncaster Results: Stadium were found in breach of rules 36(i)(g), 36(ii)(a), 45(iii), 46(iii) & (iv), 53, 54, 102A and 152(i) & (ii) in respect of the failure to enter trial form lines for the greyhound JOS CIGAR on the Irish Greyhound Stud Book official Identity Card at Doncaster Stadium on 2 and 9 September 2005 and the trial line and disqualification of the greyhound on 5 October 2005; thereby allowing the greyhound to trial and race subsequently when not qualified to do so. The authorised representative of Belle Vue Stadium, Mr Carl Warren and of Doncaster Stadium Mrs Yvonne Freeborn apologised for their non-attendance. Having considered written explanations together with the circumstances of the case, the Stewards ordered that the racecourse executive of Belle Vue Stadium be severely reprimanded and fined the sum of Â£600; and that the racecourse executive of Doncaster Stadium be severely reprimanded and fined the sum of Â£750. Rules Concered: 36(II)(a) 102A 152(i) 152(ii) Go to top

National Inquiry

At their meeting on: 10/07/2007 The following inquiries were held: Stadium/Greyhound: Walthamstow Stadium, WESTMINSTER TAJ Trainer: Mr G Baggs Professional trainer Mr Gary Baggs was found in breach of rules 152(i) and 174(i)(b) in that a urine sample taken from the greyhound WESTMINSTER TAJ at Walthamstow Stadium on 17 February 2007, was analysed Results: by HFL as containing the drug methylprednisolone. Mr Baggs was in attendance and, having considered his explanation together with the circumstances of the case, the Stewards accepted his explanation. Rules Concered: 152(i) 174(i)(b) Go to top

National Inquiry

At their meeting on: 10/07/2007 The following inquiries were held: Stadium/Greyhound: Harlow Stadium, SID ZEAL Trainer: Mrs S McDonagh Greyhound trainer Mrs Shirley McDonagh Results: was found in breach of rules 49(iv), 152(i) & (ii), 174(i)(a), 216 and 217 in that a urine sample taken from the greyhound SID ZEAL at Harlow Stadium on 3 March 2007, was analysed by HFL as containing the drug bisoprolol; the administration of any substance that could affect the performance and/or well being of the greyhound; not using her best endeavours to ensure that the performance of the greyhound was to the satisfaction of the Stewards; and, failing to maintain her Greyhound Treatment Book to NGRC requirements. Mrs McDonagh was in attendance and having considered her explanation together with the circumstances of the case, the Stewards ordered that she be severely reprimanded and fined the sum of Â£750. Rules Concered: 49(iv) 152(i) 152(ii) 174(i)(a) 216 217 Go to top

Local Inquiry

At their meeting on: 29/06/2007 The following inquiries were held: Stadium/Greyhound: Perry Barr Stadium, MOTTEE SCHOLES Trainer: Mr J Scanlon At a local inquiry held by the Area Stipendiary Steward on 21st June 2007, greyhound trainer, Mr J Scanlon was fines the sum of Â£150 for a breach of Rule 49(iv) in respect of the improved performance of the greyhound MOTTEE SCHOLES at Perry Barr Stadium on 22nd March 2007; and his failure to use his Results: best endeavours to ensure that the performance of the greyhound was to the satisfaction of the Stewards. Opening at 2/1 and starting at 7/4, the greyhound had won a 480m race recording a calculated time of 28.96 seconds as compared with its best recent time of 29.53 seconds recorded in a race on 10th March 2007. Rules Concered: 49(iv) Go to top

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At their meeting on: 29/06/2007 The following inquiries were held: Stadium/Greyhound: Perry Barr Stadium, VINNIES GIFT Trainer: Mr G Ballentine At a local inquiry held by the Area Stipendiary Steward on 21st June 2007, professional trainer, Mr G Ballentine was fined the sum of Â£100 for a breach of Rule 49(iv) in respect of the improved performance of the greyhound VINNIES GIFT at Perry Barr Stadium on 22nd March 2007; and his failure to use his Results: best endeavours to ensure that the performance of the greyhound was to the satisfaction of the Stewards. Opening and starting at 3/1, the greyhound had won a 480m race recording a calculated time of 28.98 seconds as compared with its best recent time of 29.70 seconds recorded in a race on 24th March 2007. Rules Concered: Go to top

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At their meeting on: 14/06/2007 The following inquiries were held: Stadium/Greyhound: Hall Green Stadium, MUNGO Trainer: Mr R J Webb Greyhound owner Mr Roger Webb was found in breach of rules 69A and 152(i) & (ii) in respect of the circumstances that led to the unauthorised withdrawal of the greyhound MUNGO from a race at Hall Green Stadium Results: on 31 March 2007. Mr Webb was not in attendance and having considered his written explanation together with the circumstances of the case, the Stewards ordered that he be reprimanded and fined the sum of Â£400. Rules Concered: 69A 152(i) 152(ii) Go to top

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At their meeting on: 14/06/2007 The following inquiries were held: Stadium/Greyhound: Kinsley Stadium, SAMANDAS BLUE Trainer: Mr A Gollick Greyhound trainer Mr Allan Gollick was Results: found in breach of rules 49(iv), 152(i) & (ii), 174(i)(a) and 217 in that a urine sample taken from the greyhound SAMANDAS BLUE at Kinsley Stadium on 16 February 2007, was analysed by HFL as containing meloxicam; the administration of any substance that could affect the performance and/or well being of the greyhound; and, not using his best endeavours to ensure that the performance of the greyhound was to the satisfaction of the Stewards. Mr Gollick was not in attendance and having considered his written explanation together with the circumstances of the case, the Stewards ordered that he be severely reprimanded and fined the sum of Â£750. Rules Concered: 49(iv) 152(i) 152(ii) 174(i)(a) 217 Go to top

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At their meeting on: 14/06/2007 The following inquiries were held: Stadium/Greyhound: Reading Stadium, CAHARA HOUSE Trainer: Mrs T Tungatt At an inquiry into an incident that led to the withdrawal of the greyhound CAHARA HOUSE from a race at Reading Stadium on 3 April 2007, the Stewards ordered that the temporary licence suspensions of professional Results: trainer Mrs Toni Tungatt and head kennelhand Mr Ian Tungatt be lifted with immediate effect and made no further order. Mr & Mrs Tungatt were in attendance and were legally represented by Mr Roger Pyne. Rules Concered: Go to top

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At their meeting on: 14/06/2007 The following inquiries were held: Stadium/Greyhound: Reading Stadium, CAHARA HOUSE Trainer: Mr I Tungatt At an inquiry into an incident that led to the withdrawal of the greyhound CAHARA Results: HOUSE from a race at Reading Stadium on 3 April 2007, the Stewards ordered that the temporary licence suspensions of professional trainer Mrs Toni Tungatt and head kennelhand Mr Ian Tungatt be lifted with immediate effect and made no further order. Mr & Mrs Tungatt were in attendance and were legally represented by Mr Roger Pyne. Rules Concered: Go to top

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At their meeting on: 14/06/2007 The following inquiries were held: Stadium/Greyhound: Kinsley Stadium, RATHVILLY PARK Trainer: Mr W F Welsby Greyhound trainer Mr William Welsby was found in breach of rule 152(ii) in respect of the circumstances of an incident that led to the withdrawal of the greyhound RATHVILLY PARK from a race at Kinsley Stadium on 16 Results: December 2006. Mr Welsby was not in attendance and having considered his written explanation together with the circumstances of the case, the Stewards ordered that he be cautioned as to the control of greyhounds in his charge. Rules Concered: 152(ii) Go to top

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At their meeting on: 13/06/2007 The following inquiries were held: Stadium/Greyhound: Sittingbourne Stadium, HIGH FIVE Trainer: Mr R Pattinson At a local inquiry held by the Area Stipendiary Steward on 13 June 2007, professional trainer, Mr R Pattinson was fined Â£100 and cautioned for a breach of Rule 49(iv) in respect of the improved performance of the Results: greyhound HIGH FIVE at Sittingbourne Stadium on 9 March 2007; and his failure to use his best endeavours to ensure that the performance of the greyhound was to the satisfaction of the Stewards. Opening at 7/2 and starting at 6/1, the greyhound had won a 480m race recording a calculated time of 30.18 seconds as compared with its best recent time of 31.01 seconds recorded in a race on 17 February 2007. Rules Concered: 49(iv) Go to top

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At their meeting on: 12/06/2007 The following inquiries were held: Stadium/Greyhound: Coventry Stadium, TOMLL FIX IT Trainer: Mr B Denby Greyhound owner Mr Carl Broughton was found in breach of rules 13, 46(iii), 152(i) & (ii) and 174(iv), (v), (vi) & (xiii) having connived at any corrupt or fraudulent practice in respect of making a false application for a kennelhand licence; carrying out duties of a kennelhand whilst owning greyhounds racing from the same kennels; and allowing greyhounds to race when not qualified to do so, the circumstances of which led to the withdrawal of the greyhound TOMLL FIX IT from a race at Coventry Stadium on 18 February 2007. Professional trainer Mr Barry Denby was found in breach of rules 9, 13, 46(iii), 49, 152(i) & (ii) and 174(iv), (v), (vi) & (xiii) in that he allowed greyhound owner Mr Carl Broughton to carry out licensed duties Results: without having obtained the appropriate licence and allowed him to race greyhounds from his kennel when not qualified to do so; entering and allowing greyhounds to race when not qualified to do so; having conspired with another person by permitting persons to give references supporting a NGRC kennelhand licence application having been aware that they did not have sufficient knowledge of the applicantâ⁄™s background and integrity; and, making a false statement in respect of an application for a kennelhand licence, the circumstances of which led to the withdrawal of the greyhound TOMLL FIX IT from a race at Coventry Stadium on 18 February 2007. Mr Denby was in attendance and having considered his explanation together with the circumstances of the case, the Stewards ordered that he be severely reprimanded and fined the sum of Â£750. Mr Broughton was not in attendance and, having considered his explanation together with the circumstances of the case, the Stewards ordered that he be disqualified and fined the sum of Â£1,000. 9 13 46(iii) 49 152(i) 152 Rules Concered: (ii) 174(iv) 174(v) 174(vi) 174(xiii) Go to top

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At their meeting on: 12/06/2007 The following inquiries were held: Stadium/Greyhound: Coventry Stadium, TOMLL FIX IT Trainer: Mr C Broughton Greyhound owner Mr Carl Broughton was found in breach of rules 13, 46(iii), 152(i) & (ii) and 174(iv), (v), (vi) & (xiii) having connived at any corrupt or fraudulent practice in respect of making a false application for a kennelhand licence; carrying out duties of a kennelhand whilst owning greyhounds racing from the same kennels; and allowing greyhounds to race when not qualified to do so, the circumstances of which led to the withdrawal of the greyhound TOMLL FIX IT from a race at Coventry Stadium on 18 February 2007. Professional trainer Mr Barry Denby was found in breach of rules 9, 13, 46(iii), 49, 152(i) & (ii) and 174(iv), (v), (vi) & (xiii) in that he allowed greyhound owner Mr Carl Broughton to carry out licensed duties without having obtained the appropriate licence and Results: allowed him to race greyhounds from his kennel when not qualified to do so; entering and allowing greyhounds to race when not qualified to do so; having conspired with another person by permitting persons to give references supporting a NGRC kennelhand licence application having been aware that they did not have sufficient knowledge of the applicantâ⁄™s background and integrity; and, making a false statement in respect of an application for a kennelhand licence, the circumstances of which led to the withdrawal of the greyhound TOMLL FIX IT from a race at Coventry Stadium on 18 February 2007. Mr Denby was in attendance and having considered his explanation together with the circumstances of the case, the Stewards ordered that he be severely reprimanded and fined the sum of Â£750. Mr Broughton was not in attendance and, having considered his explanation together with the circumstances of the case, the Stewards ordered that he be disqualified and fined the sum of Â£1,000. Rules Concered: 13 46(iii) 152(i) 152(ii) 174(iv) 174(v) 174(vi) 174(xiii) Go to top

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At their meeting on: 12/06/2007 The following inquiries were held: Stadium/Greyhound: Sheffield Stadium, EMMETS YANKEE Trainer: Mr N Melbourne Professional trainer Mr Norman Melbourne was found in breach of rules 174(i)(b) and 217 in that a urine sample taken from the greyhound EMMETS YANKEE at Sheffield Stadium on 9 January 2007, was analysed by Results: HFL as containing 19-norepiandrosterone. Mr Melbourne was in attendance and having considered his explanation together with the circumstances of the case, the Stewards accepted his explanation. Rules Concered: 174(i)(b) 217 Go to top

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At their meeting on: 12/06/2007 The following inquiries were held: Stadium/Greyhound: Doncaster Stadium, RACKETHALL ACE Trainer: Mr E Kovac Greyhound trainer Mr Emil Kovac was found in breach of rules 152(i), 174(i)(b) and 217 in that a blood sample taken from the greyhound RACKETHALL ACE at Doncaster Stadium on 14 February 2007, was analysed by HFL as Results: containing caffeine and theophylline. Mr Kovac was in attendance and having considered his explanation together with the circumstances of the case, the Stewards ordered that he be reprimanded and fined the sum of Â£300. Rules Concered: 152(i) 174(i)(b) 217 Go to top National Inquiry

At their meeting on: 12/06/2007 The following inquiries were held: Stadium/Greyhound: Harlow Stadium, ROOSTER JAM Trainer: Mr S K Lapidge Former professional trainer Mr Stephen Lapidge was found in breach of rules 152(i) & (ii), 174(i)(b), 214, 217 and 218 in that a urine sample taken from the greyhound ROOSTER JAM at Harlow Stadium on 31 January 2007, was analysed by HFL as containing methylprednisolone; and feeding meat unfit Results: for human consumption within 24 hours of its race. Mr Lapidge was in attendance and was represented by Mr George Russell. Having considered his explanation together with the circumstances of the case, the Stewards ordered that he be severely reprimanded and fined the sum of Â£800. Rules Concered: 152(i) 152(ii) 174(i)(b) 214 217 218 Go to top

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At their meeting on: 08/06/2007 The following inquiries were held: Stadium/Greyhound: Newcastle Stadium, ENERGY CRISIS Trainer: Mrs A Varley At a local inquiry held by the Area Stipendiary Steward on 8 June 2007, professional trainer, Mrs A Varley was fined the sum of Â£125 for a breach of Rule 49(iv) in respect of the improved performance of the greyhound ENERGY CRISIS at Newcastle Stadium on 3 March 2007; and her failure to use her best Results: endeavours to ensure that the performance of the greyhound was to the satisfaction of the Stewards. Opening at 3/1 and starting at 9/4, the greyhound had won a 480m race recording a calculated time of 29.27 seconds as compared with its best recent time of 30.00 seconds recorded in a race on 27 January 2007. Rules Concered: 49(iv) Go to top Local Inquiry

At their meeting on: 08/06/2007 The following inquiries were held: Stadium/Greyhound: Newcastle Stadium, TEDS ANCHOR Trainer: Mrs J Bateson At a local inquiry held by the Area Stipendiary Steward on 8 June 2007, greyhound trainer Mrs J Bateson was reprimanded for a breach of Rule 51 in respect of the circumstances that led to the withdrawal of the greyhound TEDS ANCHOR from an open race at Newcastle Stadium on 7 April 2007. On 5 April 2007, Mrs Bateson entered TEDS ANCHOR for a 640m open race to be run at Newcastle Results: Stadium on 7 April 2007. The greyhound was presented for kennelling but withdrawn by the Local Stewards on discovery that it had not run a trial in accordance with Rule 51, having been withdrawn off colour from an open race at Sheffield Stadium on 3 April 2007. (Mrs Bateson was not in attendance at the local inquiry but was satisfied for it to proceed in her absence.) Rules Concered: 51 Go to top

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At their meeting on: 07/06/2007 The following inquiries were held: Stadium/Greyhound: Perry Barr Stadium, LIVELY DAN Trainer: Mr D T Edwards Professional trainer Mr Derek Edwards was found in breach of rules 152(i) & (ii), 174(i)(b), 216 and 217 in that a urine sample taken from the greyhound LIVELY DAN at Perry Barr Stadium on 5 March 2007, was analysed by HFL as containing piroxicam and Results: a metabolite of piroxicam; and failing to maintain his greyhound Treatment Book to NGRC requirements. Mr Edwards was not in attendance and having considered his written explanation together with the circumstances of the case, the Stewards ordered that he be severely reprimanded and fined the sum of Â£700. Rules Concered: 152(i) 152(ii) 174(i)(b) 216 217 Go to top

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At their meeting on: 07/06/2007 The following inquiries were held: Stadium/Greyhound: , CLONAKENNY ANDY Trainer: Mrs S E Lynds Greyhound trainer Mrs Susan Lynds, head kennelhand/greyhound owner Mr Paul Lynds and kennelhand Mr Ian Whaley were each found in breach of rules 152(i) & (ii) and 174(ix) in respect of the circumstances of the disposal of the greyhound CLONAKENNY ANDY following its death at non-NGRC racecourse Hinckley Stadium and trialling the greyhound at a non-NGRC licensed racecourse Results: on 11 February 2007. The Stewards accepted that there was no evidence of cruelty or to suggest that the greyhound had died from anything other than natural causes following a trial. Mrs Lynds was in attendance; Mr Lynds and Mr Whaley did not attend and having considered their explanations together with the circumstances of the case, the Stewards ordered that they each be severely reprimanded and fined the sum of Â£500. Rules Concered: 152(i) 152(ii) 174(ix) Go to top

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At their meeting on: 07/06/2007 The following inquiries were held: Stadium/Greyhound: , CLONAKENNY ANDY Trainer: Mr P Lynds Greyhound trainer Mrs Susan Lynds, head kennelhand/greyhound owner Mr Paul Lynds and kennelhand Mr Ian Whaley were each found in breach of rules 152(i) & (ii) and Results: 174(ix) in respect of the circumstances of the disposal of the greyhound CLONAKENNY ANDY following its death at non-NGRC racecourse Hinckley Stadium and trialling the greyhound at a non-NGRC licensed racecourse on 11 February 2007. The Stewards accepted that there was no evidence of cruelty or to suggest that the greyhound had died from anything other than natural causes following a trial. Mrs Lynds was in attendance; Mr Lynds and Mr Whaley did not attend and having considered their explanations together with the circumstances of the case, the Stewards ordered that they each be severely reprimanded and fined the sum of Â£500. Rules Concered: 152(i) 152(ii) 174(ix) Go to top

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At their meeting on: 07/06/2007 The following inquiries were held: Stadium/Greyhound: , CLONAKENNY ANDY Trainer: Mr I Whaley Greyhound trainer Mrs Susan Lynds, head kennelhand/greyhound owner Mr Paul Lynds and kennelhand Mr Ian Whaley were each found in breach of rules 152(i) & (ii) and 174(ix) in respect of the circumstances of the disposal of the greyhound CLONAKENNY ANDY following its death at non-NGRC racecourse Hinckley Stadium and trialling the greyhound at a non-NGRC licensed racecourse Results: on 11 February 2007. The Stewards accepted that there was no evidence of cruelty or to suggest that the greyhound had died from anything other than natural causes following a trial. Mrs Lynds was in attendance; Mr Lynds and Mr Whaley did not attend and having considered their explanations together with the circumstances of the case, the Stewards ordered that they each be severely reprimanded and fined the sum of Â£500. Rules Concered: 152(i) 152(ii) 174(ix) Go to top

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At their meeting on: 05/06/2007 The following inquiries were held: Monmore Green Stadium, COME ON Stadium/Greyhound: MERLIN Trainer: Mr P Billingham Professional trainer Mr Peter Billingham was found in breach of rules 174(i)(b) and 217 in that a urine sample taken from the greyhound COME ON MERLIN at Monmore Green Stadium on 23 January 2007, was analysed by Results: HFL as containing methylprednisolone. Mr Billingham was not in attendance and having considered written explanations together with the circumstances of the case, the Stewards made no order. Rules Concered: 174(i)(b) 217 Go to top

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At their meeting on: 05/06/2007 The following inquiries were held: Stadium/Greyhound: Perry Barr Stadium, SADLERS STORM Trainer: Mr R Walsh Greyhound agent Mr Richard Walsh was found in breach of rules 49(iv), 152(i) & (ii), 174(i)(a) and 217 in that urine samples taken from the greyhounds STITCH IT and SADLERS STORM at a sales trial meeting at Perry Barr Stadium on 22 January 2007, were analysed by HFL as containing hydrochlorthiazide; the administration of any substance that could affect the performance Results: and/or well being of the greyhounds; and, not using his best endeavours to ensure that the performance of the greyhounds were to the satisfaction of the Stewards. Mr Walsh was not in attendance and having considered his written explanations together with the circumstances of the case, the Stewards ordered that he be severely reprimanded and fined the sum of Â£600 for each individual case. Rules Concered: 49(iv) 152(i) 152(ii) 174(i)(a) 217 Go to top

National Inquiry At their meeting on: 05/06/2007 The following inquiries were held: Stadium/Greyhound: Perry Barr Stadium, STITCH IT Trainer: Mr R Walsh Greyhound agent Mr Richard Walsh was found in breach of rules 49(iv), 152(i) & (ii), 174(i)(a) and 217 in that urine samples taken from the greyhounds STITCH IT and SADLERS STORM at a sales trial meeting at Perry Barr Stadium on 22 January 2007, were analysed by HFL as containing hydrochlorthiazide; the administration of any substance that could affect the performance Results: and/or well being of the greyhounds; and, not using his best endeavours to ensure that the performance of the greyhounds were to the satisfaction of the Stewards. Mr Walsh was not in attendance and having considered his written explanations together with the circumstances of the case, the Stewards ordered that he be severely reprimanded and fined the sum of Â£600 for each individual case. Rules Concered: 49(iv), 152(i) & (ii), 174(i)(a) 217 Go to top

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At their meeting on: 05/06/2007 The following inquiries were held: Stadium/Greyhound: Perry Barr Stadium, CAMBLIN MAJOR Trainer: Mr R Walsh Greyhound agent Mr Richard Walsh was found in breach of rules 49(iv), 152(i) & (ii), 174(i)(a) and 217 in that a urine sample taken from the greyhound CAMBLIN MAJOR at a sales trial meeting at Perry Barr Stadium on 19 February 2007, was analysed by HFL as containing hydrochlorthiazide; the Results: administration of any substance that could affect the performance and/or well being of the greyhound; and, not using his best endeavours to ensure that the performance of the greyhound was to the satisfaction of the Stewards. Mr Walsh was not in attendance and having considered his written explanation together with the circumstances of the case, the Stewards ordered that he be disqualified and fined the sum of Â£1,000. Rules Concered: 49(iv), 152(i) & (ii), 174(i)(a) 217 Go to top

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At their meeting on: 05/06/2007 The following inquiries were held: Stadium/Greyhound: Perry Barr Stadium, MOUNTEAGLE VISTA Trainer: Mr J Franklin Greyhound agent Mr John Franklin was found in breach of rules 49(iv), 152(i) & (ii), 174(i)(a) and 217 in that a urine sample taken from the greyhound MOUNTEAGLE VISTA at a sales trial meeting at Perry Barr Stadium on 19 February 2007, was analysed by HFL as containing dexamethasone; the administration of any substance that could affect the Results: performance and/or well being of the greyhound; and, not using his best endeavours to ensure that the performance of the greyhound was to the satisfaction of the Stewards. Mr Franklin was not in attendance and having considered his written explanation together with the circumstances of the case, the Stewards ordered that he be severely reprimanded and fined the sum of Â£700. Rules Concered: 49(iv), 152(i) & (ii), 174(i)(a) 217 Go to top

Local Inquiry

At their meeting on: 29/05/2007 The following inquiries were held: Stadium/Greyhound: Poole Stadium, SARUM ALFRED Trainer: Mr P J Ruddick At a local inquiry held by the Area Stipendiary Steward on 29 May 2007, professional trainer, Mr P J Ruddickâ⁄™s explanation was accepted in respect of the improved Results: performance of the greyhound SARUM ALFRED at Poole Stadium on 30 March 2007. Opening at 12/1 and starting at 14/1, the greyhound had won a 640m race recording a calculated time of 40.09 seconds as compared with its best recent time of 40.70 seconds recorded in a trial on 23 March 2007. Rules Concered: Go to top

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At their meeting on: 29/05/2007 The following inquiries were held: Stadium/Greyhound: Poole Stadium, BLACKPOOL TIM Trainer: Mr D M K Heard At a local inquiry held by the Area Stipendiary Steward on 29 May 2007, professional trainer, Mr D M Heard was cautioned as to the future running of greyhounds in his care for a breach of Rule 49(iv) in respect of the improved performance of the greyhound BLACKPOOL TIM at Poole Stadium on 9 March 2007; and Results: his failure to use his best endeavours to ensure that the performance of the greyhound was to the satisfaction of the Stewards. Opening at 2/1 and starting at 7/4fav, the greyhound had won a 450m race recording a calculated time of 27.62 seconds as compared with its best recent time of 28.04 seconds recorded in a trial on 2 February 2007. Rules Concered: 49(iv) Go to top

Local Inquiry

At their meeting on: 22/05/2007 The following inquiries were held: Stadium/Greyhound: Doncaster Stadium, HI GOODTHING Trainer: Mr L Troughton At a local inquiry held by the Area Stipendiary Steward on 15th May 2007, greyhound rainer, Mr L Troughton was fined the sum of Â£125 for a breach of Rule 49(iv) in respect of the improved performance of the greyhound HI Results: GOODTHING at Doncaster Stadium on 6th March 2007; and his failure to use his best endeavours to ensure that the performance of the greyhound was to the satisfaction of the Stewards. Opening at 7/2 and starting at 3/1 the greyhound had won a 483m race recording a calculated time of 30.08 seconds as compared with its best recent time of 30.42 seconds recorded in a race on 17th February 2007. Rules Concered: 49(iv) Go to top

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At their meeting on: 22/05/2007 The following inquiries were held: Monmore Green Stadium, BALLYMAC Stadium/Greyhound: RITA Trainer: Mr C Allsopp At a local inquiry held by the Area Stipendiary Steward on 15th March 2007, professional trainer, Mr C Allsopp was fined the sum of Â£100 for a breach of Rule 49(iv) in respect of the improved performance of the greyhound BALLYMAC RITA at Monmore Green Stadium on 22nd March 2007; and his failure Results: to use his best endeavours to ensure that the performance of the greyhound was to the satisfaction of the Stewards. Opening at 7/4 and starting at 1/1 the greyhound had won a 480m race recording a calculated time of 28.68 seconds as compared with its best recent time of 29.27 seconds recorded in a race on 16th March 2007. Rules Concered: 49(iv) Go to top

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At their meeting on: 17/05/2007 The following inquiries were held: Stadium/Greyhound: Coventry Stadium, FABO Trainer: Mr G C Barnett Professional trainer Mr Geoffrey Barnett was found in breach of rules 69A and 152(i) & (ii) in respect of the unauthorised withdrawal of the greyhound FABO from a race at Coventry Results: Stadium on 20 August 2006. Mr Barnett was in attendance and having considered his explanation and mitigation together with the circumstances of the case, the Stewards ordered that he be reprimanded and fined the sum of Â£200. Rules Concered: 69A 152(i) 152(ii) Go to top

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At their meeting on: 17/05/2007 The following inquiries were held: Stadium/Greyhound: Coventry Stadium, BRIEF STATEMENT Trainer: Mr R Sterland Greyhound trainer Mr Raymond Sterland was found in breach of rules 152(i) & (ii), 174(i)(b), 214 and 217 in that a urine sample taken from the greyhound BRIEF STATEMENT at Coventry Stadium on 4 Results: February 2007, was analysed by HFL as containing caffeine. Mr Sterland was not in attendance and having considered his written explanation together with the circumstances of the case, the Stewards ordered that he be reprimanded and fined the sum of Â£400. Rules Concered: 152(i) 152(ii) 174(i)(b) 214 217 Go to top

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At their meeting on: 17/05/2007 The following inquiries were held: Stadium/Greyhound: Coventry Stadium, COUNT GELIGNITE Trainer: Mr M S Wink Greyhound trainer Mr Mark Wink was found in breach of rules 49(iv), 152(i) & (ii), 174(i)(a) and 217 in that a urine sample taken from the greyhound COUNT GELIGNITE at Coventry Stadium on 4 February 2007, was analysed by HFL as containing meloxicam; the administration of any substance that could Results: affect the performance and/or well being of the greyhound; and not using his best endeavours to ensure that the performance of the greyhound was to the satisfaction of the Stewards. Mr Wink was not in attendance and having considered his written explanation together with the circumstances of the case, the Stewards ordered that he be severely reprimanded and fined the sum of Â£750. Rules Concered: 49(iv) 152(i) 152(ii) 174(i)(a) 217 Go to top

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At their meeting on: 17/05/2007 The following inquiries were held: Stadium/Greyhound: Coventry Stadium, EXPRESS TRAP Trainer: Mr S K Lapidge Professional trainer Mr Stephen Lapidge was found in breach of rules 49(iv), 152(i) & (ii), 174(i)(a), 214, 217 and 218 in that a urine sample taken from the greyhound EXPRESS TRAP at Coventry Stadium on 4 February 2007, was analysed by HFL as containing caffeine and salicylic acid; the administration of any substance that could affect the performance and/or well being of the greyhound; the feeding of meat not fit for Results: human consumption within at least 24 hours before the greyhound was due to race;and not using his best endeavours to ensure that the performance of the greyhound was to the satisfaction of the Stewards. Mr Lapidge was not in attendance and having considered his written explanation together with the circumstances of the case, the Stewards ordered that he be made a disqualified person and fined the sum of Â£1,500. Rules Concered: 49(iv) 152(i) 152(ii) 174(i)(a) 214 217 218 Go to top

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At their meeting on: 15/05/2007 The following inquiries were held: Stadium/Greyhound: Yarmouth Stadium, REFURBISHED Trainer: Mr I W Mills Professional trainer Mr Ian Mills was found in breach of rules 152(i) & (ii), 174(i)(a), 216 and 217 in that a urine sample taken from the Results: greyhound REFURBISHED at Yarmouth Stadium on 29 November 2006, was analysed by HFL as containing codeine; the administration of any substance that could affect the performance and/or well being of the greyhound; and failing to maintain his greyhound treatment book to NGRC requirements. Mr Mills was not in attendance and having considered his written explanation together with the circumstances of the case, the Stewards ordered that he be severely reprimanded and fined the sum of Â£500. Rules Concered: 152(i) 152 (ii) 174(i)(a) 216 217 Go to top

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At their meeting on: 15/05/2007 The following inquiries were held: Stadium/Greyhound: Yarmouth Stadium, Mr A A Appleton - ULLID LANA; DINGA Information: COME ON; COME TEMPTRESS; SIR SAMMY Professional trainer Mr Armine Appleton was found in breach of rules 69A and 152(i) & (ii) in respect of the unauthorised withdrawal of the greyhounds ULLID LANA, DINGA COME ON, COME TEMPTRESS & SIR SAMMY from races at Yarmouth Stadium on Results: 10 February 2007. Mr Appleton was in attendance and having considered his explanation together with the circumstances of the case, the Stewards ordered that he be severely reprimanded and fined the sum of Â£600. Rules Concered: 69a 152(i) 152(ii) Go to top

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At their meeting on: 15/05/2007 The following inquiries were held: Stadium/Greyhound: Yarmouth Stadium, Information: Mr T W Saunders Greyhound trainer Mr Terence Saunders was found in breach of rules 69A and 152(i) in respect of the unauthorised withdrawal of the Results: greyhounds MAINE VALLEY LAD and NORFOLK DUKE from races at Yarmouth Stadium on 10 February 2007. Mr Saunders was in attendance and having considered his explanation together with the circumstances of the case, the Stewards made no order. Rules Concered: 69A 152(i) Go to top

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At their meeting on: 15/05/2007 The following inquiries were held: Stadium/Greyhound: Pelaw Grange Stadium, BALLINKINA Trainer: Mr W Jobes Greyhound trainer Mr William Jobes was found in breach of rules 49(iv), 152(i) & (ii), 174(i)(a) and 217 in that a urine sample taken from the greyhound BALLINKINA at Pelaw Grange Stadium on 18 January 2007, was analysed by HFL as containing cyclizine and a metabolite of cyclizine; the administration of any substance that could affect the Results: performance and/or well being of the greyhound; and not using his best endeavours to ensure that the performance of the greyhound was to the satisfaction of the Stewards. Mr Jobes was not in attendance and having considered his written explanation together with the circumstances of the case, the Stewards ordered that he be severely reprimanded and fined the sum of Â£850. Rules Concered: 49(iv) 152(i) 152(ii) 174(i)(a) 217 Go to top

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At their meeting on: 15/05/2007 The following inquiries were held: Stadium/Greyhound: Henlow Stadium, HORATION NELSON Trainer: Mr D J Atkins Greyhound trainer Mr Derrick Atkins was found in breach of rules 49(iv), 152(i) & (ii), 174(i)(a), 216 and 217 in that a urine sample taken from the greyhound HORATIO Results: NELSON at Henlow Stadium on 6 January 2007, was analysed by HFL as containing azaperone and metabolites of azaperone; the administration of any substance that could affect the performance and/or well being of the greyhound; not using his best endeavours to ensure that the performance of the greyhound was to the satisfaction of the Stewards; and, failing to maintain his greyhound treatment book to NGRC requirements. Mr Atkins was in attendance and having considered his explanation together with the circumstances of the case, the Stewards ordered that he be severely reprimanded and fined the sum of Â£750. Rules Concered: 49(iv) 152(i) 152(ii) 174(i)(a) 216 217 Go to top

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At their meeting on: 19/04/2007 The following inquiries were held: Stadium/Greyhound: Oxford Stadium, TERRYDRUM MAX - The Foxhold Information: Syndicate Greyhound owners, the Foxhold Syndicate were found in breach of rules 69A and 152(i) & (ii) in that their actions caused the unauthorised withdrawal of the greyhound TERRYDRUM MAX from a race at Oxford Stadium on 12 December 2006. Syndicate Results: representative, Mr Mark Williams was in attendance and, having considered his explanation together with the circumstances of the case, the Stewards ordered that the syndicate be reprimanded and fined the sum of Â£300. Rules Concered: 69A 152(i);152(ii) Go to top

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At their meeting on: 19/04/2007 The following inquiries were held: Stadium/Greyhound: Poole Stadium, CALOONA RAIDER; GUSSYS BLACK; Racecourse Executive, Poole Stadium; Information: profressional trainer Mr M J Brown; kennelhand Mrs B Brown Results: The racecourse executive of Poole Stadium was found in breach of rules 40, 102A, 113 (v), 115(ii) and 152(i) & (ii); and professional trainer Mr Mervyn Brown was found in breach of rules 115(ii) and 152(i) & (ii); and the Stewards found that kennelhand Mrs Brenda Brown had no case to answer in respect of the circumstances that allowed the greyhound CALOONA RAIDER to race as GUSSYS BLACK from trap 1 in race 1, at Poole Stadium on 23 December 2006. Mr Brown, Mrs Brown and the authorised representative of Poole Stadium, Mr William Glass were not in attendance. Having considered their written explanations together with the circumstances of the case, the Stewards ordered that the racecourse executive of Poole Stadium be severely reprimanded and fined the sum of Â£900; and that Mr Brown be reprimanded and fined the sum of Â£450. Rules Concered: 40 102A 113 (v) 115(ii) 152(i) 152(ii) Go to top

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At their meeting on: 19/04/2007 The following inquiries were held: Stadium/Greyhound: Pelaw Grange Stadium, KIVETON TOP Trainer: Mr A Lormor Greyhound trainer Mr Anthony Lormor was found in breach of rules 69A and 152(i) & (ii) in that his actions caused the unauthorised withdrawal of the greyhound KIVETON TOP from a race at Pelaw Grange Stadium on 2 Results: January 2007. Mr Lormor was not in attendance and, having considered his written explanation together with the circumstances of the case, the Stewards ordered that he be severely reprimanded and fined the sum of Â£600. Rules Concered: 69A 152(i) 152(ii) Go to top

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At their meeting on: 19/04/2007 The following inquiries were held: Monmore Green Stadium, WHITEHALL Stadium/Greyhound: LADY Trainer: Mr C Allsopp Professional trainer Mr Christopher Allsopp was found in breach of rules 152(i) and (ii), 174(i)(b) and 217 in that a urine sample taken from the greyhound WHITEHALL LADY at Monmore Green Stadium on 7 November 2006, was analysed by HFL as containing the metabolite 19-norepiandrosterone; and he Results: failed to take advantage of the option of elective testing for the drug when the greyhound entered his charge. Mr Allsopp was not in attendance and, having considered his written explanation together with the circumstances of the case, the Stewards ordered that he be severely reprimanded and fined the sum of Â£750. Rules Concered: 152(i) 152(ii) 174(i)(b) 217 Go to top

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At their meeting on: 19/04/2007 The following inquiries were held: Stadium/Greyhound: Doncaster Stadium, MAYS GEM Trainer: Mr J Haver Greyhound trainer Mr James Haver was found in breach of rules 49(iv), 152(i) and (ii), 174(i)(a) and 217 in that a urine sample taken from the greyhound MAYS GEM at Doncaster Stadium on 19 December 2006, was analysed by HFL as containing methylprednisolone; the administration of any substance that could affect the performance and/or well being of the Results: greyhound; and, not using his best endeavours to ensure that the performance of the greyhound was to the satisfaction of the Stewards. Mr Haver was in attendance and, having considered his explanation together with the circumstances of the case, the Stewards ordered that he be severely reprimanded and fined the sum of Â£700. Rules Concered: 49(iv), 152(i) 152(ii) 174(i)(a) 217 Go to top

National Inquiry At their meeting on: 19/04/2007 The following inquiries were held: Stadium/Greyhound: Doncaster Stadium, CERT BLUE CURT Trainer: Mr M Senenko Greyhound trainer Mr Michael Senenko was found in breach of rules 152(i), 174(i)(b) and 217 in that a urine sample taken from the greyhound CERT BLUE CURT at Doncaster Stadium on 24 November 2006, was analysed Results: by HFL as containing flunixin. Mr Senenko was in attendance and, having considered his explanation together with the circumstances of the case, the Stewards ordered that he be reprimanded and fined the sum of Â£400. Rules Concered: 152(i) 174(i)(b) 217 Go to top

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At their meeting on: 17/04/2007 The following inquiries were held: Stadium/Greyhound: Mildenhall Stadium, SUPPER Trainer: Miss J M Bodily Professional trainer Miss Jodie Bodily was found in breach of rules 152(i) and (ii), 174(i)(a) and 217 in that a urine sample taken from the greyhound SUPPER at Mildenhall Stadium on 30 October 2006, was analysed by HFL as containing methylprednisolone; and, Results: the administration of any substance that could affect the performance and/or well being of the greyhound. Miss Bodily was not in attendance and, having considered her written explanation together with mitigating circumstances, the Stewards ordered that she be reprimanded and fined the sum of Â£400. Rules Concered: 152(i) 152(ii) 174(i)(a) 217 Go to top

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At their meeting on: 17/04/2007 The following inquiries were held: Stadium/Greyhound: Walthamstow Stadium, Mrs L J Pruhs Trainer: CAPETOWN REBEL Professional trainer Mrs Linda Pruhs was found in breach of rules 152(i), 174(i)(b) and 217 in that a urine sample taken from the greyhound CAPETOWN REBEL at Walthamstow Stadium on 19 October 2006, Results: was analysed by HFL as containing methylprednisolone. Mrs Pruhs was in attendance and, having considered her explanation together with the circumstances of the case, the Stewards made no order. Rules Concered: 152(i) 174(i)(b) 217 Go to top

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At their meeting on: 17/04/2007 The following inquiries were held: Stadium/Greyhound: Harlow Stadium, EMPORIO CAESAR Trainer: Mr A Stevens Professional trainer Mr Alan Stevens was found in breach of rules 152(i), 174(i)(b) and 217 in that a urine sample taken from the greyhound EMPORIO CAESAR at Harlow Stadium on 15 November 2006, was analysed Results: by HFL as containing the metabolite 19- noretiocholanolone. Mr Stevens was not in attendance and, having considered his written explanation together with the circumstances of the case, the Stewards accepted his explanation. Rules Concered: 152(i) 174(i)(b) 217 Go to top

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At their meeting on: 17/04/2007 The following inquiries were held: Stadium/Greyhound: Romford Stadium, IN THE WOODS Trainer: Mr P F Payne Professional trainer Mr Peter Payne was found in breach of rules 152(i) and (ii), 174(i)(b) and 217 in that a urine sample taken from the Results: greyhound IN THE WOODS at Romford Stadium on 8 January 2007, was analysed by HFL as containing flunixin. Mr Payne was in attendance and, having considered his explanation together with the circumstances of the case, the Stewards ordered that he be reprimanded and fined the sum of Â£500. Rules Concered: 152(i) 152(ii) 174(i)(b) 217 Go to top

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At their meeting on: 16/04/2007 The following inquiries were held: Stadium/Greyhound: Doncaster Stadium, BRIGHT OKEE Trainer: Mr S R Harrison At a local inquiry held by the Area Stipendiary Steward on 27 March 2007, greyhound trainer, Mr S R Harrison was fined the sum of Â£200 for a breach of Rule 49(iv) in respect of the improved performance of the greyhound BRIGHT OKEE at Doncaster Stadium on 16th December 2006; and his failure to use his best Results: endeavours to ensure that the performance of the greyhound was to the satisfaction of the Stewards. Opening at 2/1 and starting at 6/4 the greyhound had won a 483m race recording a calculated time of 29.96 seconds as compared with its best recent time of 30.52 seconds recorded in a trial on 6th December 2006. Rules Concered: 49(iv) Go to top

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At their meeting on: 16/04/2007 The following inquiries were held: Stadium/Greyhound: Hall Green Stadium, LONGCROSS ELVIS Trainer: Mr N Colton At a local inquiry held by the Area Stipendiary Steward on 23rd March 2007, professional trainer, Mr N Colton was fined the sum of Â£100 for a breach of Rule 49(iv) in respect of the improved performance of the greyhound Results: LONGCROSS ELVIS at Hall Green Stadium on 13th February 2007; and his failure to use his best endeavours to ensure that the performance of the greyhound was to the satisfaction of the Stewards. Opening at 4/1 and starting at 2/1 the greyhound had won a 480m race recording a calculated time of 29.45 seconds as compared with its best recent time of 30.06 seconds recorded in a trial on 3rd February 2007. Rules Concered: 49(iv) Go to top

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At their meeting on: 16/04/2007 The following inquiries were held: Stadium/Greyhound: Kinsley Stadium, BE MY STAR Trainer: Mr S Spencer At a local inquiry held by the Area Stipendiary Steward on 9th March 2007, greyhound trainer, Mr R Spencerâ⁄™s explanation was accepted in respect of the improved performance of the greyhound BE MY STAR Results: at Kinsley Stadium on 7th October 2006. Opening at 3/1 and starting at 7/2 the greyhound had won a 465m race recording a calculated time of 28.01 seconds as compared with its best recent time of 28.50 seconds recorded in a trial on 30th September 2006 Rules Concered: Go to top

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At their meeting on: 16/04/2007 The following inquiries were held: Stadium/Greyhound: Kinsley Stadium, SAPPHIRE SECRET Trainer: Mr G Hall At a local inquiry held by the Area Stipendiary Steward on 9th March 2007, greyhound trainer, Mr G Hallâ⁄™s explanation was accepted in respect of the improved performance of the greyhound SAPPHIRE Results: SECRET at Kinsley Stadium on 7th October 2006. Opening at 5/2 and starting at 2/1, the greyhound had won a 465m race recording a calculated time of 28.45 seconds as compared with its best recent time of 28.87 seconds recorded in a trial on 15th September 2006. Rules Concered: Go to top

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At their meeting on: 16/04/2007 The following inquiries were held: Stadium/Greyhound: Newcastle Stadium, BLUE DAVE Trainer: Mr P McLaughlin At a local inquiry held by the Area Stipendiary Steward on 20th March 2007, greyhound trainer, Mr P McLaughlin was fined Â£125 for a breach of Rule 49(iv) & Rule 61 in respect of the improved performance of the greyhound BLUE DAVE at Newcastle Stadium on 16th November 2006; and his failure to use his best Results: endeavours to ensure that the performance of the greyhound was to the satisfaction of the Stewards. Opening at 6/1 and starting at 8/1 the greyhound had won a 480m race recording a calculated time of 29.92 seconds as compared with its best recent time of 30.33 seconds recorded in a trial on 31st October 2006. Rules Concered: 49(iv) & 61 Go to top

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At their meeting on: 16/04/2007 The following inquiries were held: Stadium/Greyhound: Perry Barr Stadium, ROSSHILL ANALYZE Trainer: Mr P Barrett At a local inquiry held by the Area Stipendiary Steward on 5th March 2006, professional trainer, Mr P Barrettâ⁄™s explanation was accepted in respect of the improved performance of the greyhound ROSSHILL ANALYZE at Perry Barr Stadium on 27th Results: December 2006. Opening and starting at 9/4, the greyhound had won a 480m race recording a calculated time of 28.77 seconds as compared with its best recent time of 29.21 seconds recorded in a race on 21st December 2006 Rules Concered: Go to top Local Inquiry

At their meeting on: 16/04/2007 The following inquiries were held: Stadium/Greyhound: Perry Barr Stadium, SANDONS DREAM Trainer: Miss S Ralph At a local inquiry held by the Area Stipendiary Steward on 5th March 2007, professional trainer, Miss S Ralphâ⁄™s explanation was accepted in respect of the improved performance of the greyhound SANDONS Results: DREAM at Perry Barr Stadium on 4th January 2007. Opening at 3/1 and starting at 7/2 the greyhound had won a 480m race recording a calculated time of 29.18 seconds as compared with its best recent time of 29.76 seconds recorded in a trial on 12th December 2006 Rules Concered: Go to top

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At their meeting on: 16/04/2007 The following inquiries were held: Peterborough Stadium, Stadium/Greyhound: HITSANDMEMORYS Trainer: Mr P Braithwaite At a local inquiry held by the Area Stipendiary Steward on 3030th March 2007, professional trainer, Mr P Braithwaite was cautioned as to the future running of greyhounds in his care for a breach of Rule 49(iv) in respect of the improved performance of the greyhound HITSANDMEMORYS at Peterborough Stadium on 22nd December 2006; and his Results: failure to use his best endeavours to ensure that the performance of the greyhound was to the satisfaction of the Stewards. Opening at 5/2 and starting at 6/4 the greyhound had won a 420m race recording a calculated time of 25.67 seconds as compared with its best recent time of 26.28 seconds recorded in a trial on 20th November 2006. Rules Concered: 49(iv) Go to top Local Inquiry

At their meeting on: 16/04/2007 The following inquiries were held: Stadium/Greyhound: Peterborough Stadium, DEVILS KISS Trainer: Mr R Creckendon At a local inquiry held by the Area Stipendiary Steward on 30th March 2007, professional trainer, Mr R Creckendon was cautioned as to the future running of the greyhounds in his care for a breach of Rule 49(iv) in respect of the improved performance of the greyhound DEVILS KISS at Peterborough Stadium on 29th December 2006; and his failure to use his Results: best endeavours to ensure that the performance of the greyhound was to the satisfaction of the Stewards. Opening at 2/1 and starting at 9/4 the greyhound had won a 605m race recording a calculated time of 38.36 seconds as compared with its best recent time of 39.16 seconds recorded in a trial on 14th December 2006. Rules Concered: 49(iv) Go to top

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At their meeting on: 14/03/2007 The following inquiries were held: Stadium/Greyhound: Mildenhall Stadium, MASON BLACK Trainer: Mr A Dale At a local inquiry held by the Area Stipendiary Steward on 6th March 2007, greyhound trainer, Mr A Daleâ⁄™s explanation was accepted in respect of the improved performance of the greyhound MASON BLACK at Mildenhall Stadium on 26th Results: December 2006. Opening at 5/4 and starting at 4/5 fav the greyhound had won a 545m race recording a calculated time of 34.92 seconds as compared with its best recent time of 35.71 seconds recorded in a race on 22nd November 2006. Rules Concered: Go to top Local Inquiry

At their meeting on: 14/03/2007 The following inquiries were held: Stadium/Greyhound: Mildenhall Stadium, BURNPARK SLICK Trainer: Mr K Gant At a local inquiry held by the Area Stipendiary Steward on 6th March 2007, greyhound trainer, Mr K Gant was cautioned as to the future running of greyhounds in his care for a breach of Rule 49(iv) in respect of the improved performance of the greyhound BURNPARK SLICK at Mildenhall Stadium on 29th December 2006; and his failure to use Results: his best endeavours to ensure that the performance of the greyhound was to the satisfaction of the Stewards. Opening at 5/2 and starting at 2/1 fav the greyhound had won a 545m race recording a calculated time of 34.41 seconds as compared with its best recent time of 35.01 seconds recorded in a race on 22nd November 2006. Rules Concered: 49 (iv) Go to top

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At their meeting on: 14/03/2007 The following inquiries were held: Stadium/Greyhound: Pelaw Grange Stadium, JETHART KNIGHT Trainer: Mr W Lyons At a local inquiry held by the Area Stipendiary Steward on 27th February 2007, greyhound trainer, Mr W Lyons was fined the sum of Â£100 for a breach of Rule 49(iv) in respect of the improved performance of the greyhound JETHART KNIGHT at Pelaw Grange Stadium on 30th December 2006; and his failure to use Results: his best endeavours to ensure that the performance of the greyhound was to the satisfaction of the Stewards. Opening and starting at 3/1, the greyhound had won a 435m race recording a calculated time of 26.52 seconds as compared with its best recent time of 27.39 seconds recorded in a trial on 14th December 2006 Rules Concered: 49 (iv) Go to top

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At their meeting on: 14/03/2007 The following inquiries were held: Stadium/Greyhound: Kinsley Stadium, TAMARA PRINCESS Trainer: Mr M Siddall At a local inquiry held by the Area Stipendiary Steward on 23rd February 2007, greyhound trainer, Mr M Siddall was cautioned as to the future running of greyhounds in his care for a breach of Rule 49(iv) in respect of the improved performance of the greyhound TAMARA PRINCESS at Kinsley Stadium on 5th January 2007; and his failure to use his Results: best endeavours to ensure that the performance of the greyhound was to the satisfaction of the Stewards. Opening at 2/1 and starting at 1/1 the greyhound had won a 465m race recording a calculated time of 29.15 seconds as compared with its best recent time of 29.54 seconds recorded in a race on 5th December 2006 Rules Concered: 49 (iv) Go to top

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At their meeting on: 14/03/2007 The following inquiries were held: Stadium/Greyhound: Kinsley Stadium, LOTTO CHANCE Trainer: Mr K Bentley At a local inquiry held by the Area Stipendiary Steward on 23rd February 2007, greyhound trainer, Mr K Bentley was fined the sum of Â£100 for a breach of Rule 49(iv) in respect of the improved performance of the greyhound LOTTO CHANCE at Kinsley Stadium on 29th Results: December 2006; and his failure to use his best endeavours to ensure that the performance of the greyhound was to the satisfaction of the Stewards. Opening at 2/1 and starting at 1/1 the greyhound had won a 465m race recording a calculated time of 28.47 seconds as compared with its best recent time of 29.04 seconds recorded in a trial on 22nd December 2006. Rules Concered: 49 (iv) Go to top

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At their meeting on: 14/03/2007 The following inquiries were held: Stadium/Greyhound: Portsmouth Stadium, BROADACRE SNOWY Trainer: Mr M Grady At a local inquiry held by the Area Stipendiary Steward on 3rd March 2007, greyhound trainer, Mr M Gradyâ⁄™s explanation was accepted in respect of the improved performance of the greyhound BROADACRES SNOWY at Portsmouth Results: Stadium on 18 November 2006. Opening at 9/4 and starting at 5/1 the greyhound had won a 430m race recording a calculated time of 26.69 seconds as compared with its best recent time of 27.23 seconds recorded in a race on 31st October 2006 Rules Concered: 49 (iv) Go to top

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At their meeting on: 14/03/2007 The following inquiries were held: Stadium/Greyhound: Portsmouth Stadium, ALL WHITE NOW Trainer: Mr C Heath At a local inquiry held by the Area Stipendiary Steward on 3rd March 2007, professional trainer, Mr C Heathâ⁄™s explanation was accepted in respect of the improved performance of the greyhound ALL WHITE NOW at Portsmouth Stadium on 5th Results: December 2006. Opening at 11/4 and starting at 3/1 the greyhound had won a 430m race recording a calculated time of 26.76 seconds as compared with its best recent time of 27.32 seconds recorded in a trial on 28th November 2006. Rules Concered: Go to top

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At their meeting on: 08/03/2007 The following inquiries were held: Stadium/Greyhound: Perry Barr Stadium, GOOD MANAGEMENT Trainer: Mr M Taggart Greyhound agent Mr Michael Taggart was found in breach of rules 49(iv), 152(i) & (ii), 174(i)(a), 214 and 217 of the NGRC Rules of Racing in that a urine sample taken from the greyhound GOOD MANAGEMENT at a sales trial meeting at Perry Barr Stadium on 18 September 2006, was analysed by HFL as containing the substances amphetamine and hydroxyamphetamine; the administration of any substance that could affect the Results: performance and/or well being of the greyhound; and, not using his best endeavours to ensure that the performance of the greyhound was to the satisfaction of the Stewards. Mr Taggart was not in attendance and, having considered his written explanation together with the circumstances of the case, the Stewards ordered that he be made a disqualified person and fined the sum of Â£1,000. Rules Concered: 49(iv) 152(i) 152(ii) 174(i)(a) 214 217 Go to top

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At their meeting on: 08/03/2007 The following inquiries were held: Stadium/Greyhound: Hall Green Stadium, REARY LASS - Racecourse executive, Hall Information: Green Stadium; professional trainer Mr P White The racecourse executive of Hall Green Stadium was found in breach of rules 46(iii), 49, 102A, 105, 110A, 152(i) & (ii), 153 and Results: 174(xi) and professional trainer Mr Paul White was found in breach of rules 49, 152(i) & (ii) and 174(xi) of the NGRC Rules of Racing in that the welfare of the greyhound REARY LASS had been compromised by mistakenly being left unattended in the racing kennels at Hall Green Stadium between 6 & 7 December 2006; it was allowed to compete in a race at Hall Green Stadium on 8 December 2006 when not qualified to do so; and the racecourse executive failed to report the matter to the NGRC. The authorised representative of Hall Green Stadium was not in attendance but was represented by the chief racing manager of GRA Limited, Mr Robert Rowe. Mr White was in attendance and, having considered their explanations together with the circumstances of the case, they ordered that the racecourse executive of Hall Green Stadium be severely reprimanded and fined the sum of Â£750 and that Mr White be reprimanded and fined the sum of Â£300. The Stewards stated that they took the matter very seriously but noted that the greyhound did not appear to have experienced any lasting effects. 46(iii) 49 102A 105 110A 152(i) 152 Rules Concered: (ii) 153 174(xi) Go to top

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At their meeting on: 08/03/2007 The following inquiries were held: Stadium/Greyhound: Belle Vue Stadium, ROMEO KANYE - Racecourse executive Information: Belle Vue Stadium The racecourse executive of Belle Vue Stadium was found in breach of rules 36(ii)(b), 53, 54, 102A, 151 and 152(i) & (ii) of the NGRC Rules of Racing in that they failed to enter form lines into the Greyhound Stud Book identity card of the unregistered greyhound ROMEO KANYE for trials on 6, 13 and 20 July 2006 at Belle Vue Stadium, the Results: disqualification of the greyhound on 20 July 2006, and they failed to provide a written notice of such disqualification to the trainer. The racecourse executive of Peterborough Stadium was found in breach of rules 36(ii)(b), 53, 54, 102A and 152(i) & (ii) in that they failed to enter form lines into the Greyhound Stud Book identity card of the unregistered greyhound ROMEO KANYE for trials at Peterborough Stadium on 24 August and 11 September 2006, the disqualification of the greyhound on 11 September 2006; and, they failed to provide a written notice of such disqualification to the trainer. The authorised representative of Belle Vue Stadium was not in attendance but was represented by the chief racing manager of GRA Limited, Mr Robert Rowe. The authorised representative of Peterborough Stadium, Mr Con Baker was in attendance and, having considered their explanations together with the circumstances of the case, the Stewards ordered that the racecourse executive of both stadia be severely reprimanded and fined the sum of Â£500. Rules Concered: 36(ii)(b) 53 54 102A 151 152(i) 152(ii) Go to top

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At their meeting on: 08/03/2007 The following inquiries were held: Stadium/Greyhound: Peterborough Stadium, ROMEO KANYE - Racecourse executive Information: Peterborough Stadium The racecourse executive of Belle Vue Stadium was found in breach of rules 36(ii)(b), 53, 54, 102A, 151 and 152(i) & (ii) of the NGRC Rules of Racing in that they failed to enter form lines into the Greyhound Stud Book identity card of the unregistered greyhound ROMEO KANYE for trials on 6, 13 and 20 July 2006 at Belle Vue Stadium, the disqualification of the greyhound on 20 July 2006, and they failed to provide a written notice of such disqualification to the trainer. Results: The racecourse executive of Peterborough Stadium was found in breach of rules 36(ii)(b), 53, 54, 102A and 152(i) & (ii) in that they failed to enter form lines into the Greyhound Stud Book identity card of the unregistered greyhound ROMEO KANYE for trials at Peterborough Stadium on 24 August and 11 September 2006, the disqualification of the greyhound on 11 September 2006; and, they failed to provide a written notice of such disqualification to the trainer. The authorised representative of Belle Vue Stadium was not in attendance but was represented by the chief racing manager of GRA Limited, Mr Robert Rowe. The authorised representative of Peterborough Stadium, Mr Con Baker was in attendance and, having considered their explanations together with the circumstances of the case, the Stewards ordered that the racecourse executive of both stadia be severely reprimanded and fined the sum of Â£500. Rules Concered: 36(ii)(b) 53 54 102A 152(i) 152(ii) Go to top

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At their meeting on: 08/03/2007 The following inquiries were held: Stadium/Greyhound: Peterborough Stadium, ROBERTS RIPPER - Professional trainer Mr Information: R C Creckendon & kennelhand Miss G Creckendon Professional trainer Mr Robert Creckendon was found in breach of rules 152(i) & (ii), 174(i)(b) and 217 of the NGRC Rules of Racing in that a urine sample taken from the greyhound ROBERTS RIPPER which was in his charge at Peterborough Stadium on 29 November 2006 was analysed by HFL as containing the metabolite benzoylecgonine. Kennelhand, Miss Georgina Creckendon was found in breach of rules 152(i) & (ii) and 174(i)(a) in respect of the positive sample Results: obtained from the greyhound; and the administration through contamination of any substance that could affect its performance and/or well being. Mr & Miss Creckendon were in attendance and, having considered their explanations together with the circumstances of the case, the Stewards ordered that Mr Creckendon be severely reprimanded and fined the sum of Â£500 and that Miss Creckendon be severely reprimanded and fined the sum of Â£300. Rules Concered: 152(i) 152(ii) 174(i)(a) 174(i)(b) 217 Go to top

National Inquiry At their meeting on: 08/03/2007 The following inquiries were held: Stadium/Greyhound: Coventry Stadium, DROOPYS COLGAN; DROOPYS HAZEL; Information: MONKSLAND MIKE - Professional trainer Mr A Johnson Professional trainer Mr Andrew Johnson was found in breach of rules 69A and 152(i) & (ii) of the NGRC Rules of Racing in that his actions caused the unauthorised withdrawal of the greyhounds DROOPYS COLGAN, DROOPYS HAZEL and MONKSLAND Results: MIKE from races at Coventry Stadium on 26 November 2006. Mr Johnson was not in attendance and, having considered his written explanation together with the circumstances of the case, the Stewards ordered that he be severely reprimanded and fined the sum of Â£900. Rules Concered: 69|A 152(i) 152(ii) Go to top

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At their meeting on: 08/03/2007 The following inquiries were held: Stadium/Greyhound: Henlow Stadium, RAGING WILLOW - Racecourse executive Information: Henlow Stadium; Professional trainer Mr N Colton The racecourse executive of Henlow Stadium was found in breach of rules 46(iii), 52, 102A, and 152(i) & (ii) of the NGRC Rules of Racing in that a form line omitted from the racecard allowed the greyhound RAGING WILLOW to compete in a race at Henlow Stadium on 4 December 2006 when not qualified to do so (weight variation). Results: Professional trainer Mr Nicholas Colton was found in breach of rules 46(iii), 49(iv), 52 and 152(i) & (ii) in that the greyhound was allowed to compete when not qualified and he did not use his best endeavours to ensure that the performance of the greyhound was to the satisfaction of the Stewards. Mr Colton and the authorised representative of Henlow Stadium were not in attendance and, having considered their written explanations together with the circumstances of the case, the Stewards ordered that the racecourse executive of Henlow Stadium be severely reprimanded and fined the sum of Â£500 and that Mr Colton be severely reprimanded and fined the sum of Â£600. Rules Concered: 46(iii) 49(iv) 52 102A 152(i) 152 (ii) Go to top

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At their meeting on: 06/03/2007 The following inquiries were held: Stadium/Greyhound: Wimbledon Stadium, BLUSHING BELLA Trainer: Miss N E M McEllistrim Professional trainer Miss Norah McEllistrim was found in breach of rules 152(i), 174(i)(a), 214, 215 and 217 of the NGRC Rules of Racing in that urine samples taken from the greyhounds BLUSHING BELLA and DRUIDS SULLY at Wimbledon Stadium on 3 October 2006 were analysed by HFL as containing the drug morphine; and, the administration of any substance that could Results: affect the performance and/or well being of the greyhounds viz. feeding of bread containing poppy seeds. Miss McEllistrim was in attendance and, having considered her explanation together with the mitigating circumstances of the case, the Stewards ordered that she be fined the sum of Â£250 for each greyhound and cautioned as to the future feeding of greyhounds in her care. Rules Concered: 152(i) 174(i)(a) 214, 215, 217 Go to top

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At their meeting on: 06/03/2007 The following inquiries were held: Stadium/Greyhound: Wimbledon Stadium, DRUIDS SULLY Trainer: Miss N E M McEllistrim Professional trainer Miss Norah McEllistrim Results: was found in breach of rules 152(i), 174(i)(a), 214, 215 and 217 of the NGRC Rules of Racing in that urine samples taken from the greyhounds BLUSHING BELLA and DRUIDS SULLY at Wimbledon Stadium on 3 October 2006 were analysed by HFL as containing the drug morphine; and, the administration of any substance that could affect the performance and/or well being of the greyhounds viz. feeding of bread containing poppy seeds. Miss McEllistrim was in attendance and, having considered her explanation together with the mitigating circumstances of the case, the Stewards ordered that she be fined the sum of Â£250 for each greyhound and cautioned as to the future feeding of greyhounds in her care. Rules Concered: 152(i) 174(i)(a) 214, 215, 217 Go to top

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At their meeting on: 06/03/2007 The following inquiries were held: Stadium/Greyhound: Crayford Stadium, MEARAS MOON - Greyhound owners Mr C Information: Taylor & Mrs C Taylor Greyhound owners Mr Clive Taylor and Mrs Catherine Taylor were found in breach of rules 69A and 152(i) & (ii) of the NGRC Rules of Racing in that their actions caused the unauthorised withdrawal of the greyhound MEARAS MOON from a race at Crayford Results: Stadium on 2 December 2006. Mr & Mrs Taylor were in attendance and, having considered their explanations together with the circumstances of the case, the Stewards ordered that they be reprimanded and fined the sum of Â£500. Rules Concered: 69A 152(i) 152(ii) Go to top

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At their meeting on: 06/03/2007 The following inquiries were held: Stadium/Greyhound: Crayford Stadium, Information: SPRING HESTIA & SPRING SKYTRAIN - Racecourse executive, Crayford Stadium; professional trainer Miss P A Thompson; Kennelhand Mr J Anwar The racecourse executive of Crayford Stadium was found in breach of rules 40, 102A, 113(i), (ii) & (v), 115(ii) and 152(i) & (ii); professional trainer Miss Patricia Thompson was found in breach of rules 115(ii) and 152(i) & (ii); and kennelhand Mr John Anwar was found in breach of rules 113(v) and 152(i) & (ii) of the NGRC Rules of Racing in respect of the circumstances that allowed the greyhound SPRING HESTIA to race as SPRING SKYTRAIN from trap 2 in race 9, at Crayford Results: Stadium on 2 December 2006. Miss Thompson, Mr Anwar and the authorised representative of Crayford Stadium, Mr Gordon Bissett were in attendance. Having considered their explanations together with the circumstances of the case, the Stewards ordered that the racecourse executive of Crayford Stadium be severely reprimanded and fined the sum of Â£800; and that Miss Thompson and Mr Anwar be cautioned as to the correct identification of greyhounds in their care. 40 102A 113(i) 113 (ii) 113 Rules Concered: (v) 115(ii) 152(i) 152 (ii) Go to top

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At their meeting on: 06/03/2007 The following inquiries were held: Stadium/Greyhound: Crayford Stadium, QUARE TIME Trainer: Mr R Dempsey Greyhound agent Mr Richard Dempsey was found in breach of rules 49(iv), 152(i) & (ii) 174(i)(b) and 217 of the NGRC Rules of Racing in that a urine sample taken from the greyhound QUARE TIME at a sales trial meeting at Crayford Stadium on 6 September Results: 2006, was analysed by HFL as containing the metabolites 19-noretiocholanolone and 19- norepiandrosterone; and, not using his best endeavours to ensure that the performance of the greyhound was to the satisfaction of the Stewards. Mr Dempsey was not in attendance and, having considered his written explanation together with the circumstances of the case, the Stewards ordered that he be severely reprimanded and fined the sum of Â£750. (QUARE TIME is now known as SARAHS MAL) Rules Concered: 49(iv) 152(i) 152(ii) 174(i)(b) 217 Go to top

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At their meeting on: 06/03/2007 The following inquiries were held: Stadium/Greyhound: Crayford Stadium, MORE COOL Trainer: Mr M Ryan Greyhound agent Mr Matthew Ryan was found in breach of rules 49(iv), 152(i) & (ii), 174(i)(a), 214 and 217 of the NGRC Rules of Racing in that a urine sample taken from the greyhound MORE COOL at a sales trial meeting at Crayford Stadium on 6 September 2006, was analysed by HFL as containing the drug caffeine; the administration of any substance that could affect the performance Results: and/or well being of the greyhound; and, not using his best endeavours to ensure that the performance of the greyhound was to the satisfaction of the Stewards. Mr Ryan was not in attendance and, having considered his written explanation together with the circumstances of the case, the Stewards ordered that he be reprimanded and fined the sum of Â£400. Rules Concered: 49(iv) 152(i) 152(ii) 174(i)(a) 214 217 Go to top

Local Inquiry

At their meeting on: 01/03/2007 The following inquiries were held: Stadium/Greyhound: Yarmouth Stadium, TELFORD TRINITY Trainer: Mrs E Samuels At a local inquiry held by the Area Stipendiary Steward on 13th February 2007, professional Results: trainer, Mrs E Samuels was cautioned as to the future running of her greyhounds for a breach of Rule 49(iv) in respect of the improved performance of the greyhound TELFORD TRINITY at Yarmouth Stadium on 13th December 2006; and her failure to use her best endeavours to ensure that the performance of the greyhound was to the satisfaction of the Stewards. Opening at 5/4 and starting at 7/4 fav the greyhound had won a 462m race recording a calculated time of 29.27 seconds as compared with its best recent time of 30.08 seconds recorded in a race on 2nd December 2006. Rules Concered: 49(iv) Go to top

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At their meeting on: 01/03/2007 The following inquiries were held: Stadium/Greyhound: Walthamstow Stadium, FAIRBET FLASH Trainer: Mr P Rich At a local inquiry held by the Area Stipendiary Steward on 23rd February 2007, professional trainer, Mr P Richâ⁄™s explanation was accepted in respect of the improved performance of the greyhound FAIRBET FLASH at Walthamstow Stadium on 22nd Results: December 2006. Opening at 5/4 and starting at 6/4 the greyhound had won a 475m race recording a calculated time of 29.02 seconds as compared with its best recent time of 29.55 seconds recorded in a trial on 25th October 2007. Rules Concered: Go to top

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At their meeting on: 15/02/2007 The following inquiries were held: Stadium/Greyhound: Reading Stadium, BLUE HONEY Trainer: T Dartnall At a local inquiry held by the Area Stipendiary Steward on 25th January 2007, professional Results: trainer, Mr T Dartnall was cautioned to the future running of greyhounds in his care for a breach of Rule 49(iv) in respect of the improved performance of the greyhound BLUE HONEY at Reading Stadium on 23th September 2006; and his failure to use his best endeavours to ensure that the performance of the greyhound was to the satisfaction of the Stewards. Opening at 4/5 and starting at 8/11 fav, the greyhound had won a 465m race recording a calculated time of 28.37 seconds as compared with its best recent time of 29.05 seconds recorded in a trial on 1st September 2006. Rules Concered: 49(iv) Go to top

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At their meeting on: 15/02/2007 The following inquiries were held: Stadium/Greyhound: Perry Barr Stadium, TANGO RED Trainer: D T Edwards At a local inquiry held by the Area Stipendiary Steward on 31st January 2007, professional trainer, Mr D T Edwardsâ⁄™ explanation was accepted in respect of the improved performance of the greyhound TANGO RED at Perry Barr Stadium on 24th September Results: 2006. Opening at 5/2 and starting at 7/4 fav, the greyhound had won a 480m race recording a calculated time of 28.59 seconds as compared with its best recent time of 29.10 seconds recorded in a race on 16th September 2006 Rules Concered: Go to top

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At their meeting on: 15/02/2007 The following inquiries were held: Stadium/Greyhound: Yarmouth Stadium, MACHAN HEATHER Trainer: Miss J Bodily At a local inquiry held by the Area Stipendiary Steward on 6th February 2007, professional Results: trainer, Miss J Bodily was cautioned as to the future running of greyhounds in her care and fined the sum of Â£150 for a breach of Rule 49(iv) in respect of the improved performance of the greyhound MACHAN HEATHER at Yarmouth Stadium on 13th December 2006; and her failure to use her best endeavours to ensure that the performance of the greyhound was to the satisfaction of the Stewards. Opening at 9/4 and starting at 3/1 the greyhound had won a 462m race recording a calculated time of 29.18 seconds as compared with its best recent time of 29.94 seconds recorded in a trial on 23rd November 2006 Rules Concered: 49(iv) Go to top

National Inquiry

At their meeting on: 15/02/2007 The following inquiries were held: Stadium/Greyhound: , Information: Results: Rules Concered: Go to top

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At their meeting on: 06/02/2007 The following inquiries were held: Stadium/Greyhound: Perry Barr Stadium, KEFCAR DAISY Trainer: Miss K G Babe Professional trainer Miss Kathleen Babe was found in breach of rules 152(i) & (ii), 174(i)(b) and 217 of the NGRC Rules of Racing in that a urine sample taken from the greyhound KEFCAR DAISY at Perry Barr Stadium on 8 August 2006, was analysed by HFL as containing the drug nandrolone and its Results: metabolites 19-norepiandrosterone and 19- noretiocholanolone. Miss Babe was not in attendance and, having considered her written explanation together with the circumstances of the case, the Stewards ordered that she be severely reprimanded and fined the sum of Â£850. Rules Concered: 152(i) 152(ii) 174(i)(b) 217 Go to top

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At their meeting on: 06/02/2007 The following inquiries were held: Stadium/Greyhound: Perry Barr Stadium, DYLANS KEEPER Trainer: Mr C Hayes Greyhound agent Mr Christopher Hayes was found in breach of rules 152(i), 174(i)(b) and 217 of the NGRC Rules of Racing in that a urine sample taken from the greyhound DYLANS KEEPER at a sales trial meeting at Perry Barr Stadium on 18 September 2006, was analysed by HFL as containing the drug methylprednisolone. Mr Hayes was in Results: attendance and, having considered his explanation together with the circumstances of the case, the Stewards ordered that he be cautioned as to his responsibilities in that greyhounds presented for sales trials should be free from medication. (DYLANS KEEPER had its named changed to JENSON STORM on 6 October 2006) Rules Concered: 152(i) 174(i)(b) 217 Go to top

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At their meeting on: 06/02/2007 The following inquiries were held: Stadium/Greyhound: Sheffield Stadium, LISNAKILL WESLEY Trainer: Mr M Morris Greyhound trainer Mr Mark Morris was found in breach of rules 69A and 152(i) & (ii) of the NGRC Rules of Racing in respect of the circumstances that led to the unauthorised withdrawal of the greyhound LISNAKILL Results: WESLEY from a race at Sheffield Stadium on 29 October 2006. Mr Morris was not in attendance and, having considered his written explanation together with the circumstances of the case, the Stewards ordered that he be reprimanded and fined the sum of Â£400. Rules Concered: 69A 152(i) 152(ii) Go to top National Inquiry

At their meeting on: 06/02/2007 The following inquiries were held: Stadium/Greyhound: Crayford Stadium, FAWKHAM FLYER Trainer: Mr B D O'Sullivan Professional trainer Mr Barry Oâ⁄™Sullivanâ⁄™s explanation was accepted in respect that the greyhound FAWKHAM FLYER, which was in his charge, was found Results: to have vomited following a race at Crayford Stadium on 3 October 2006. Mr Oâ⁄™Sullivan was in attendance at the inquiry. Rules Concered: Go to top

Local Inquiry

At their meeting on: 29/01/2007 The following inquiries were held: Stadium/Greyhound: Pelaw Grange Stadium, AUNT ELSIE Trainer: Mr S Bittlestone At a local inquiry held by the Area Stipendiary Steward on 24 January 2007, greyhound trainer, Mr S Bittlestoneâ⁄™s explanation was accepted in respect of the improved performance of the greyhound AUNT ELSIE Results: at Pelaw Grange Stadium on 14 December 2006. Opening at 5/2 and starting at 3/1 the greyhound had won a 435m race recording a calculated time of 26.21 seconds as compared with its best recent time of 27.25 seconds recorded in a race on 9 December 2006. Rules Concered: Go to top

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At their meeting on: 29/01/2007 The following inquiries were held: Stadium/Greyhound: Pelaw Grange Stadium, BORNA MAJOR Information: At a local inquiry held by the Area Stipendiary Results: Steward on 24 January 2007, greyhound trainer, Mr S Bittlestone was fined Â£100 for a breach of Rule 49(iv) in respect of the improved performance of the greyhound BORNA MAJOR at Pelaw Grange Stadium on 18 December 2006; and his failure to use his best endeavours to ensure that the performance of the greyhound was to the satisfaction of the Stewards. Opening at 2/1 and starting at 5/2 the greyhound had won a 435m race recording a calculated time of 26.39 seconds as compared with its best recent time of 27.04 seconds recorded in a trial on 11 December 2006. Rules Concered: 49(iv) Go to top

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At their meeting on: 29/01/2007 The following inquiries were held: Stadium/Greyhound: Sunderland Stadium, GEE EYE JORDAN Trainer: Mrs K Macari At a local inquiry held by the Area Stipendiary Steward on 23 January 2007, greyhound trainer, Mrs K Macari was fined Â£100 for a breach of Rule 49(iv) in respect of the improved performance of the greyhound GEE EYE JORDAN at Sunderland Stadium on 8 November 2006; and her failure to use her best Results: endeavours to ensure that the performance of the greyhound was to the satisfaction of the Stewards. Opening at 4/1 and starting at 2/1 the greyhound had won a 450m handicap race recording a calculated time of 27.11 seconds as compared with its best recent time of 27.66 seconds recorded in a trial on 23 September 2006. Rules Concered: 49(iv) Go to top

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At their meeting on: 19/01/2007 The following inquiries were held: Stadium/Greyhound: Walthamstow Stadium, LEAHA CHUITA Trainer: Mr G Sharpe At a local inquiry held by the Area Stipendiary Steward on 15TH December 2006, professional trainer, Mr G Sharpe was cautioned for a breach of Rule 49(iv) in respect of the improved performance of the greyhound LEAHA CHUITA at Walthamstow Stadium on 10th October 2006; and his failure Results: to use his best endeavours to ensure that the performance of the greyhound was to the satisfaction of the Stewards. Opening and starting at 11/4, the greyhound had won a 475m race recording a calculated time of 29.36 seconds as compared with its best recent time of 30.25 seconds recorded in a race on 26th September 2006. Rules Concered: 49(iv) Go to top

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At their meeting on: 11/01/2007 The following inquiries were held: Stadium/Greyhound: Oxford Stadium, LEMON ROCKY Trainer: Mr L L G Magnasco Professional trainer Mr Luciano Magnasco was found in breach of rules 152(i), 174(i)(b) and 217 of the NGRC Rules of Racing in that a urine sample taken from the greyhound LEMON ROCKY at Oxford Stadium on 1 August 2006, was analysed by HFL as Results: containing the drug methylprednisolone. Mr Magnasco was not in attendance and was represented by his assistant trainer, Mrs Patricia Partlett. Having considered his explanation together with circumstances of the case, the Stewards made no order. Rules Concered: 152(i) 174(i)(b) 217 Go to top

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At their meeting on: 11/01/2007 The following inquiries were held: Stadium/Greyhound: Portsmouth Stadium, CALLURA ZIP Trainer: Mr F M Lavender Results: Professional trainer Mr Frederick (Mark) Lavender was found in breach of rules 49(iv), 152(i) & (ii), 174(i)(b), and 217 of the NGRC Rules of Racing in that a urine sample taken from the greyhound CALLURA ZIP at Portsmouth Stadium on 5 September 2006, was analysed by HFL as containing the drug morphine; and, not using his best endeavours to ensure that the performance of the greyhound was to the satisfaction of the Stewards. Mr Lavender was not in attendance and, having considered his written explanation together with the circumstances of the case, the Stewards ordered that he be severely reprimanded and fined the sum of Â£600. Rules Concered: 49(iv) 152(i) 152(ii) 174(i)(b) 217 Go to top

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At their meeting on: 11/01/2007 The following inquiries were held: Stadium/Greyhound: Coventry Stadium, SMALL MUSTANG Trainer: Mr W O'Donoghue Greyhound agent Mr William Oâ⁄™Donoghue was found in breach of rules 49(iv), 152(i) & (ii), 174(i)(b) and 217 of the NGRC Rules of Racing in that a urine sample taken from the greyhound SMALL MUSTANG at Coventry Stadium Sales on 26 June 2006, was analysed by HFL as containing the drug nandrolone and the metabolite 19- Results: noretiocholanolone; and, not using his best endeavours to ensure that the performance of the greyhound was to the satisfaction of the Stewards. Mr Oâ⁄™Donoghue was not in attendance and, having considered his written explanation together with the circumstances of the case, the Stewards ordered that he be made a disqualified person. Rules Concered: 49(iv) 152(i) 152(ii) 174(i)(b) 217 Go to top

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At their meeting on: 11/01/2007 The following inquiries were held: Stadium/Greyhound: Henlow Stadium, GILGARRY BIG YIN Trainer: Mr D J Danobrega Greyhound trainer Mr David Danobrega was found in breach of rules 152(i) & (ii) and 174(xii) of the NGRC Rules of Racing in that he acted in a manner prejudicial to the integrity, proper conduct and good reputation of NGRC greyhound racing and used threatening and abusive language and Results: behaviour towards NGRC licensed officials at Henlow Stadium on 29 September 2006. Mr Danobrega was not in attendance and, having considered his written explanation together with the circumstances of the case, the Stewards ordered that he be severely reprimanded and that his licence be withdrawn. Rules Concered: 152(i) 152(ii) 174(xii) Go to top

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At their meeting on: 11/01/2007 The following inquiries were held: Stadium/Greyhound: Reading Stadium, Greyhound trainer Mr P J McFeeley; Mr C Information: Pratchett Greyhound trainer Mr Patrick McFeeley was found in breach of rules 9, 49, 152(i) & (ii) and 174(xiii) in that he acted in a manner prejudicial to the integrity, proper conduct and good reputation of NGRC greyhound racing by allowing an unlicensed and disqualified person to handle greyhounds at his kennel on 24 October 2006. Mr McFeeley was not in attendance and did not offer an explanation. Having considered the circumstances of the Results: case, the Stewards ordered that his licence be withdrawn and he be fined the sum of Â£600. Mr Christopher Pratchett was found in breach of rules 152(i) & (ii), 174(v) and 174(xiii) in that he acted in a manner prejudicial to the integrity, proper conduct and good reputation of NGRC greyhound racing when as a disqualified and unlicensed person he handled greyhounds at greyhound trainer, Mr Patrick McFeeleyâ⁄™s kennel on 24 October 2006. Mr Pratchett was in attendance and was legally represented. Having considered his explanation together with the circumstances of the case, the Stewards ordered that he be reprimanded and fined the sum of Â£300. Rules Concered: 9 49 152(I 152(ii) 174(v) 174(xiii) Go to top

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At their meeting on: 09/01/2007 The following inquiries were held: Stadium/Greyhound: Harlow Stadium, REAL BIRCH Trainer: Mr M Cottee Professional trainer, Mr Mark Cotteeâ⁄™s explanation was accepted in respect of the circumstances of the greyhound REAL Results: BIRCH vomiting following a trial at Harlow Stadium on 18 July 2006. Mr Cottee was in attendance at the Inquiry. Rules Concered: Go to top

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At their meeting on: 09/01/2007 The following inquiries were held: Stadium/Greyhound: Mildenhall Stadium, BEVTIC HERO - Greyhound trainer Mrs T A Information: J Skeggs & head kennelhand Mr W Skeggs Greyhound trainer, Mrs Tania Skeggs was found in breach of rules 49(iv), 152(i) & (ii) and 174(i)(a) of the NGRC Rules of Racing in respect of the circumstances of the greyhound BEVTIC HERO vomiting following a trial at Yarmouth Stadium on 18 September 2006; the administration of any substance that could affect the performance and/or well being of the Results: greyhound; and not using her best endeavours to ensure that the performance of the greyhound was to the satisfaction of the Stewards. Head kennelhand Mr William Skeggs was found in breach of rule 152(ii) in that the greyhound had vomited following its trial. Mr and Mrs Skeggs did not attend the inquiry and, having considered their written explanations together with the circumstances of the case, the Stewards ordered that they each be cautioned as to the future feeding of greyhounds in their care; that Mrs Skeggs be fined the sum of Â£400 and Mr Skeggs be fined the sum of Â£200. Rules Concered: 49(iv) 152(i) 152(ii) 174(i)(a) Go to top

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At their meeting on: 09/01/2007 The following inquiries were held: Stadium/Greyhound: Coventry Stadium, WINDGAP MOSSIE Trainer: Mr S K Lapidge Professional trainer, Mr Stephen Lapidgeâ⁄™s explanation was accepted in respect of the circumstances of the greyhound WINDGAP MOSSIE vomiting following a trial at Coventry Stadium on 22 August 2006, but he was found in breach of rules 152(i) and 216 in Results: respect of his failure to maintain his greyhound treatment book to NGRC requirements. Mr Lapidge was in attendance at the inquiry and, having considered his explanation together with the circumstances of the case, the Stewards ordered that he be reprimanded and fined the sum of Â£300. Rules Concered: 152(i) 216 Go to top

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At their meeting on: 09/01/2007 The following inquiries were held: Stadium/Greyhound: Rye House Stadium, RINGTOWN MOJO - Racecourse executive Information: Rye House Stadium; professional trainers Mr P S Roberts & Mr P Witchell The racecourse executive of Rye House Stadium and professional trainers Mr Paul Roberts and Mr Peter Witchell were each Results: found in breach of rules 63 and 152(i) & (ii) in respect of the circumstances that allowed the greyhound RINGTOWN MOJO to compete in a maiden open race at Rye House Stadium on 24 September 2006 when not qualified to do so, having previously won an open race at Henlow Stadium on 15 August 2005. Mr Witchell (the trainer of the greyhound), Mr Roberts (the owner and former trainer of the greyhound) and the authorised representative of Rye House Stadium, Mr George Wallace did not attend. Having considered their written explanations together with the circumstances of the case, the Stewards ordered that the racecourse executive of Rye House Stadium be severely reprimanded and fined the sum of Â£750; and that Mr Roberts and Mr Witchell each be reprimanded and fined the sum of Â£350. Rules Concered: 63 152(i) 152(ii) Go to top

Local Inquiry

At their meeting on: 04/01/2007 The following inquiries were held: Stadium/Greyhound: Doncaster Stadium, SCHOLES OZZY Trainer: Mr R Hinchliffe At a local inquiry held by the Area Stipendiary Steward on 8 December 2006, greyhound trainer, Mr R Hinchliffe was fined the sum of Â£200 for a breach of Rule 49(iv) in respect of the improved performance of the greyhound SCHOLES OZZY at Doncaster Stadium on 19 September 2006; and his failure to use his best Results: endeavours to ensure that the performance of the greyhound was to the satisfaction of the Stewards. Opening at 3/1 and starting at 5/2 Fav the greyhound had won a 483m race recording a calculated time of 29.96 seconds as compared with its best recent time of 31.23 seconds recorded in a race on 25 July 2006. Rules Concered: Rule 49(iv) Go to top

Local Inquiry

At their meeting on: 04/01/2007 The following inquiries were held: Stadium/Greyhound: Kinsley Stadium, LUNDHILL BELLA Trainer: Mrs S Oakes At a local inquiry held by the Area Stipendiary Steward on 16 December 2006, greyhound trainer, Mrs S Oakesâ⁄™ explanation was accepted in respect of the improved performance of the greyhound LUNDHILL Results: BELLA at Kinsley Stadium on 3 September 2006. Opening at 3/1 and starting at 7/2 the greyhound had won a 465m race recording a calculated time of 28.35 seconds as compared with its best recent time of 28.79 seconds recorded in a race on 6 August 2006. Rules Concered: Go to top

National Inquiry

At their meeting on: 04/01/2007 The following inquiries were held: Stadium/Greyhound: , Information: Results: Rules Concered: Go to top

Local Inquiry

At their meeting on: 04/01/2007 The following inquiries were held: Stadium/Greyhound: Kinsley Stadium, LUNDHILL SARAH Trainer: Mrs S Oakes At a local inquiry held by the Area Stipendiary Steward on 16 December 2006, greyhound trainer, Mrs S Oakesâ⁄™ explanation was accepted in respect of the improved performance of the greyhound LUNDHILL Results: SARAH at Kinsley Stadium on 3 September 2006. Opening at 3/1 and starting at 11/4, the greyhound had won a 465m race recording a calculated time of 28.62 seconds as compared with its best recent time of 29.03 seconds recorded in a race on 23 April 2006 Rules Concered: Go to top Local Inquiry

At their meeting on: 04/01/2007 The following inquiries were held: Stadium/Greyhound: Portsmouth Stadium, KILLACOLLA KING Trainer: Mr C Heath At a local inquiry held by the Area Stipendiary Steward on 16 December 2006, professional trainer, Mr C Heath was fined the sum of Â£150 for a breach of Rule 49(iv) in respect of the improved performance of the greyhound KILLACOLLA KING at Portsmouth Stadium on 1 September 2006; and his failure to use his Results: best endeavours to ensure that the performance of the greyhound was to the satisfaction of the Stewards. Opening at 6/4 and starting at 4/5 Fav the greyhound had won a 430m race recording a calculated time of 26.57 seconds as compared with its best recent time of 27.23 seconds recorded in a race on 25 August 2006. Rules Concered: Rule 49(iv) Go to top

Local Inquiry

At their meeting on: 04/01/2007 The following inquiries were held: Stadium/Greyhound: Wimbledon Stadium, MUSTANG COOL Trainer: Mr R Peacock At a local inquiry held by the Area Stipendiary Steward on 6 December 2006, professional trainer, Mr R Peacockâ⁄™s explanation was accepted in respect of the improved performance of the greyhound MUSTANG COOL at Wimbledon Stadium on 30 Results: September 2006. Opening and starting at 5/1 the greyhound had won a 460m race recording a calculated time of 28.24 seconds as compared with its best recent time of 28.86 seconds recorded in a trial on 19 September 2006. Rules Concered: Go to top

Local Inquiry At their meeting on: 08/12/2006 The following inquiries were held: Stadium/Greyhound: Sheffield Stadium, LEGEND BLUE Trainer: Mr J D Davy At a local inquiry held by the Area Stipendiary Steward on 9 November 2006, professional trainer, Mr J D Davy was fined Â£100 for a breach of Rule 49(iv) in respect of the improved performance of the greyhound LEGEND BLUE at Sheffield Stadium on 29 August 2006; and his failure to use his best Results: endeavours to ensure that the performance of the greyhound was to the satisfaction of the Stewards. Opening at 11/4 and starting at 3/1 the greyhound had won a 500m race recording a calculated time of 29.72 seconds as compared with its best recent time of 30.31 seconds recorded in a trial on 12 August 2006. Rules Concered: 49(iv) Go to top

Local Inquiry

At their meeting on: 08/12/2006 The following inquiries were held: Stadium/Greyhound: Yarmouth Stadium, NEWTOWN SHANNON Trainer: Mr B Springall At a local inquiry held by the Area Stipendiary Steward on November 2006, greyhound trainer, Mr B Springallâ⁄™s explanation was accepted in respect of the improved performance of the greyhound NEWTOWN SHANNON at Yarmouth Stadium on 20 Results: September 2006. Opening at 5/4 and starting at 1/1f the greyhound had won a 462m race recording a calculated time of 28.77 seconds as compared with its best recent time of 29.31seconds recorded in a trial on 24 August 2006. Rules Concered: 49(iv) Go to top

Local Inquiry

At their meeting on: 08/12/2006 The following inquiries were held: Stadium/Greyhound: Portsmouth Stadium, GREENVIEW OZZIE Trainer: Mr E Tate At a local inquiry held by the Area Stipendiary Steward on 25 November 2006, professional trainer, Mr E Tateâ⁄™s explanation was accepted in respect of the improved performance of the greyhound GREENVIEW Results: OZZIE at Portsmouth Stadium on 3 October 2006. Opening at 4/1 and starting at 5/1 the greyhound had won a 430m race recording a calculated time of 26.95 seconds as compared with its best recent time of 27.56 seconds recorded in a trial on 26 September 2006. Rules Concered: 49(iv) Go to top

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At their meeting on: 08/12/2006 The following inquiries were held: Stadium/Greyhound: Sheffield Stadium, SPEEDWELL HONDO Trainer: Miss L J Stephenson At a local inquiry held by the Area Stipendiary Steward on 9 November 2006, professional trainer, Miss L J Stephenson was fined the sum of Â£150 for a breach of Rule 49(iv) in respect of the improved performance of the greyhound SPEEDWELL HONDO at Sheffield Stadium on 2 September 2006; and Results: her failure to use her best endeavours to ensure that the performance of the greyhound was to the satisfaction of the Stewards. Opening at 7/4 and starting at 5/4f the greyhound had won a 500m race recording a calculated time of 30.26 seconds as compared with its best recent time of 30.96 seconds recorded in a trial on 19 August 2006. Rules Concered: 49(iv) Go to top

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At their meeting on: 07/12/2006 The following inquiries were held: Stadium/Greyhound: Perry Barr Stadium, ERITTA Trainer: Mr R Stanton Greyhound trainer Mr Robert Stanton was found in breach of rules 49(iv), 152(i) & (ii), 174(i)(a) and 217 in that a urine sample taken from the greyhound ERITTA at Perry Barr Stadium on 17 August 2006, was analysed by HFL as containing the drug pholcodine, the administration of any substance that could affect the performance and/or well being of the Results: greyhound; and, not using his best endeavours to ensure that the performance of the greyhound was to the satisfaction of the Stewards. Mr Stanton did not attend the inquiry and, having considered his written explanation together with the circumstances of the case, the Stewards ordered that he be reprimanded and fined the sum of Â£350. Rules Concered: 49(iv) 152(i) 152(ii) 174(i)(a) 217 Go to top

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At their meeting on: 07/12/2006 The following inquiries were held: Stadium/Greyhound: Doncaster Stadium, OFFICIAL REBEL - Racecourse executive, Information: Doncaster Stadium & greyhound trainer Mr M Daniels The racecourse executive of Doncaster Stadium was found in breach of rules 102A and 152(i) and greyhound trainer Mr Malcolm Daniels was found in breach of rules 69A and 152(i) in respect of the circumstances that led to the withdrawal of the greyhound OFFICIAL REBEL from a race at Doncaster Stadium on 5 September 2006. Mr Daniels and the Results: authorised representative of Doncaster Stadium, Mrs Yvonne Freeborn did not attend the Inquiry. Having considered written explanations together with the circumstances of the case, the Stewards ordered that the racecourse executive be reprimanded and fined the sum of Â£500 and that Mr Daniels be reprimanded and fined the sum of Â£300. Rules Concered: 69A 102A 152(i) Go to top

National Inquiry At their meeting on: 07/12/2006 The following inquiries were held: Stadium/Greyhound: Pelaw Grange Stadium, FLYING BULLETS Trainer: Mr M Coulson Greyhound trainer Mr Mark Coulson was found in breach of rules 152(i) & (ii), 174(i)(b) and 217 in that a urine sample taken from the greyhound FLYING BULLETS at Pelaw Grange Stadium on 11 September 2006, was analysed by HFL as containing benzoylecgonine; and that the greyhound had Results: been administered a substance that could affect its performance and/or well being. Mr Coulson was in attendance at the inquiry and, having considered his explanation together with the circumstances of the case, the Stewards ordered that he be severely reprimanded and fined the sum of Â£750. Rules Concered: 152(i) 152(ii) 174(i)(b) 217 Go to top

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At their meeting on: 07/12/2006 The following inquiries were held: Stadium/Greyhound: Kinsley Stadium, Racecourse executive Kinsley Stadium & Information: starting price returner Mr F Morris Temporary starting price returner, Mr Fred Morris was found in breach of rules 152(i) & (ii) and 174(vi) in that he made a false statement by declaring incorrect starting price returns on race three at Kinsley Stadium on 26 September 2006. The authorised representative of Kinsley Stadium, Mr John Curran was in attendance and was accompanied by Mr David Results: Paton. Mr Morris did not attend the Inquiry. Having considered the written and oral explanations, the Stewards ordered that Mr Morris be warned off all NGRC licensed racecourses indefinitely and fined the sum of Â£1,000. The Stewards accepted the explanation of the racecourse executive in respect of the unsafe return of starting prices on the race in question. Rules Concered: 152(i) 152(ii) 174(vi) Go to top National Inquiry

At their meeting on: 07/12/2006 The following inquiries were held: Stadium/Greyhound: Shawfield Stadium, MURPHYS PREMIER Trainer: Mr A Wood Greyhound trainer Mr Andrew Wood was found in breach of rules 49(iv), 152(i) & (ii), 174(i)(a) and 217 in that a urine sample taken from the greyhound MURPHYS PREMIER at Shawfield Stadium on 28 July 2006, was analysed by HFL as containing the drug chlorpromazine; the administration of any substance that could affect the performance Results: and/or well being of the greyhound; and, not using his best endeavours to ensure that the performance of the greyhound was to the satisfaction of the Stewards. Mr Wood did not attend the inquiry and, having considered his written explanation together with the circumstances of the case, the Stewards ordered that he be severely reprimanded and fined the sum of Â£750. Rules Concered: 49(iv) 152(i) 152(ii) 174(i)(a) 217 Go to top

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At their meeting on: 05/12/2006 The following inquiries were held: Stadium/Greyhound: Newcastle Stadium, Professional trainer Mrs C E Allen; assistant trainer Mr M Allen; kennelhand Mr J R Carter; greyhound Information: owners Mrs S Irving, Mr D Irving, Mrs S Fisher; greyhound trainer Mr A Million Professional trainer Mrs Carole Allen and assistant trainer Mr Michael Allen appeared before the Stewards and accepted the charges brought before them. They were each found in breach of rules 5(iii), 12(i), 18, 152(i) & (ii), 153, 174(iv), (v), (vi), Results: (xiii) & (xiv), 212, 213 and 216 of the NGRC Rules of Racing in respect of the concealment and circumstances of the death of the greyhound KING EURO, which had been reported to the NGRC as retired from racing and rehomed when it had actually died at Mrs Allenâ⁄™s kennel; failing to maintain the greyhound kennel book to NGRC requirements in respect of the status and whereabouts of greyhounds; falsification of NGRC registry information in respect of greyhounds allegedly owned by others; the failure to register and run greyhounds under the true name of their owner thereby allowing them to compete when they knew them to be disqualified from such races; keeping greyhounds at a location other than that authorised by the NGRC; making a false statement in connection with documents relating to greyhound racing in respect of greyhounds; and, failing to notify the local stewards, the appointed NGRC area stipendiary steward and/or the NGRC Stewards of any breach of the rules or any conduct prejudicial to the integrity, proper conduct or good reputation of NGRC greyhound racing; Mr & Mrs Allen were in attendance and were legally represented. Having considered their explanations and acceptance of the breaches of NGRC Rules, together with mitigation and the circumstances of the case, the Stewards ordered that they each be made disqualified persons and fined the sum of Â£1,000. Kennelhand Mr Joseph Rennison Carter was found in breach of rules 152(i) & (ii), 153 and 174(v), (vi), (xiii) & (xiv) of the NGRC Rules of Racing in respect of the concealment and circumstances of the death of the greyhound KING EURO; failing to notify the local stewards, the appointed NGRC area stipendiary steward and/or the NGRC Stewards of any breach of the rules or any conduct prejudicial to the integrity, proper conduct and good reputation of NGRC greyhound racing; and, making a false statement in connection with the greyhound KING EURO. Mr Carter did not attend the Inquiry and, having considered his written explanation together with the circumstances of the case, the Stewards ordered that he be reprimanded and fined the sum of Â£400. Mrs Samantha Irving and greyhound owners Mr Darren Irving and Mrs Susan Fisher were each found in breach of rules 12(i), 18, 152(i) & (ii), 153, 174(iv), (v), (vi), (xiii) & (xiv) of the NGRC Rules of Racing in respect of their failure to register and run greyhounds under the true name of their owner and thereby allowing them to compete when they knew them to be disqualified from such races; failing to notify the local stewards, the appointed NGRC area stipendiary steward and/or the NGRC Stewards of any breach of the rules or any conduct prejudicial to the integrity, proper conduct and good reputation of NGRC greyhound racing; and, making a false statement in connection with any document relating to greyhound racing in respect of greyhounds. Mrs Fisher and Mr & Mrs Irving did not attend the Inquiry. Having considered their written explanations together with the circumstances of the case, the Stewards ordered that they each be severely reprimanded and fined the sum of Â£500. Greyhound trainer Mr Anthony Million was found in breach of rules 5(iii), 152(i), 174(vi), 212 and 213 of the NGRC Rules of Racing in respect of keeping greyhounds at a location other than that authorised by the NGRC. Mr Million did not attend the Inquiry. Having considered his written explanation together with the circumstances of the case, the Stewards ordered that he be cautioned as to the location, conditions and supervision of all greyhounds in his charge. 5(iii) 12(i) 18 152(i) Rules Concered: 152(ii) 153 174(iv) (v) (vi) (xiii) (xiv) 212 213 216 Go to top

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At their meeting on: 23/11/2006 The following inquiries were held: Stadium/Greyhound: Coventry Stadium, CLAIS ALAINN - Greyhound agent Mr S De Information: Burca Greyhound agent, Mr Sean De Burca was found in breach of Rules 49(iv), 152(i) & (ii), 174(i)(a) and 217 of the NGRC Rules of Racing in that a urine sample taken from the greyhound CLAIS ALAINN at Coventry Stadium Sales meeting on 26 June 2006, was analysed by HFL as containing the drug hexamine (methenamine); the administration Results: of any substance that could affect the performance and/or well being of the greyhound; and, not using his best endeavours to ensure that the performance of the greyhound was to the satisfaction of the Stewards. Mr De Burca did not attend the inquiry and, having considered his written explanation together with the circumstances of the case, the Stewards ordered that he be reprimanded and fined the sum of Â£400. Rules Concered: 49(iv) 152(i) 152(ii) 174(i)(a) 217 Go to top

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At their meeting on: 23/11/2006 The following inquiries were held: Stadium/Greyhound: Monmore Green Stadium, Racecourse executive, Monmore Green Information: Stadium The racecourse executive of Monmore Green Stadium were found in breach of rules 102A, 140 and 152(i) & (ii) of the NGRC Rules of Racing in respect of the incorrect result being announced for the greyhound finishing in third place in Race 7 at Monmore Green Stadium on Results: 21 April 2006. The authorised representative, Mr Gordon Bissett did not attend the inquiry and, having considered the written explanations together with the circumstances of the case, the Stewards ordered that the racecourse executive be severely reprimanded and fined the sum of Â£800. Rules Concered: 102A 140 152(i) 152(ii) Go to top

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At their meeting on: 23/11/2006 The following inquiries were held: Stadium/Greyhound: Coventry Stadium, DANCE ANGELA - Greyhound agent, Mr M Information: Taggart Greyhound agent, Mr Michael Taggart was found in breach of rules 152(i) & (ii), 174(i)(b) and 217 of the NGRC Rules of Racing in that a urine sample taken from the greyhound DANCE ANGELA at Coventry Stadium Sales meeting on 31 July 2006, was analysed by Results: HFL as containing the drug methylprednisolone. Mr Taggart did not attend the Inquiry and, having considered his written explanation together with the circumstances of the case, the Stewards ordered that he be severely reprimanded and fined the sum of Â£750. Rules Concered: 152(i) 152(ii) 174(i)(b) 217 Go to top

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At their meeting on: 22/11/2006 The following inquiries were held: Stadium/Greyhound: Belle Vue Stadium, SOLID PAIR Trainer: Mr R Andrews At a local inquiry held by the Area Stipendiary Steward on 25 October 2006, professional trainer, Mr R Andrews was fined the sum of Â£125 for a breach of Rule 49(iv) in respect of the improved performance of the greyhound SOLID PAIR at Belle Vue Stadium on 29 April 2006; and his failure to use his best Results: endeavours to ensure that the performance of the greyhound was to the satisfaction of the Stewards. Opening at 5/2 and starting at 11/4, the greyhound had won a 470m race recording a calculated time of 28.53 seconds as compared with its best recent time of 29.30 seconds recorded in a trial on 18 April 2006. Rules Concered: 49(iv) Go to top

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At their meeting on: 22/11/2006 The following inquiries were held: Stadium/Greyhound: Belle Vue Stadium, LISLOOSE LAURA Trainer: Mrs B Heaton At a local inquiry held by the Area Stipendiary Steward on 12 October 2006, professional trainer, Mrs B Heaton was fined the sum of Â£150 for a breach of Rule 49(iv) in respect of the improved performance of the greyhound LISLOOSE LAURA at Belle Vue Stadium on Results: 20 June 2006; and her failure to use her best endeavours to ensure that the performance of the greyhound was to the satisfaction of the Stewards. Opening and starting at 5/1 the greyhound had won a 470m race recording a calculated time of 28.48 seconds as compared with its best recent time of 29.14 seconds recorded in a trial on 16 June 2006. Rules Concered: 49(iv) Go to top

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At their meeting on: 22/11/2006 The following inquiries were held: Stadium/Greyhound: Belle Vue Stadium, BLACKPOOL DECLAN Trainer: Mr R Andrews At a local inquiry held by the Area Stipendiary Steward on 25 October 2006, professional trainer, Mr R Andrews was fined the sum of Â£200 for a breach of Rule 49(iv) in respect of the improved performance of the greyhound BLACKPOOL DECLAN at Belle Vue Stadium on 6 May 2006; and his failure to use Results: his best endeavours to ensure that the performance of the greyhound was to the satisfaction of the Stewards. Opening at 7/2 and starting at 5/4, the greyhound had won a 470m race recording a calculated time of 28.24 seconds as compared with its best recent time of 28.92 seconds recorded in a trial on 5 May 2006. Rules Concered: 49(iv) Go to top

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At their meeting on: 22/11/2006 The following inquiries were held: Stadium/Greyhound: Sittingbourne Stadium, BOGLANE EXPRESS Trainer: Mr S Mavrias At a local inquiry held by the Area Stipendiary Steward on 21 August 2006, professional trainer, Mr S Mavriasâ⁄™ explanation was accepted in respect of the poor performance of the greyhound BOGLANE EXPRESS at Results: Sittingbourne Stadium on 29 July 2006. Opening at 11/4 and starting at 7/2 the greyhound was beaten in a 642m race recording a calculated time of 42.98 seconds as compared with its best recent time of 41.95 seconds recorded in a race on 29 March 2006. Rules Concered: Go to top

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At their meeting on: 22/11/2006 The following inquiries were held: Stadium/Greyhound: Sheffield Stadium, TODAY IS MYDAY Trainer: Mr A Minett At a local inquiry held by the Area Stipendiary Steward on 26 October 2006, professional trainer, Mr A Minett was fined the sum of Â£150 for a breach of Rule 49(iv) in respect of the improved performance of the greyhound TODAY IS MYDAY at Sheffield Stadium on 11 August 2006; and his failure to use his best Results: endeavours to ensure that the performance of the greyhound was to the satisfaction of the Stewards. Opening and starting at 4/1 the greyhound had won a 500m race recording a calculated time of 29.85 seconds as compared with its best recent time of 30.49 seconds recorded in a trial on 22 July 2006. Rules Concered: 49(iv) Go to top

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At their meeting on: 22/11/2006 The following inquiries were held: Stadium/Greyhound: Sheffield Stadium, GANDY THING Trainer: Mr J Davy At a local inquiry held by the Area Stipendiary Steward on 26 October 2006, professional trainer, Mr J D Davy was fined the sum of Â£125 for a breach of Rule 49(iv) in respect of the improved performance of the greyhound GANDY THING at Sheffield Stadium on 11 August 2006; and his failure to use his best Results: endeavours to ensure that the performance of the greyhound was to the satisfaction of the Stewards. Opening at 2/1 and starting at 9/4 the greyhound had won a 500m race recording a calculated time of 30.13 seconds as compared with its best recent time of 30.63 seconds recorded in a trial on 5 August 2006. Rules Concered: 49(iv) Go to top

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At their meeting on: 22/11/2006 The following inquiries were held: Stadium/Greyhound: Sheffield Stadium, TULLAROAN MISSY Trainer: Mr K Minett At a local inquiry held by the Area Stipendiary Steward on 26 October 2006, professional trainer, Mr K Minett was fined the sum of Â£125 for a breach of Rule 49(iv) in respect of the improved performance of the greyhound TULLAROAN MISSY at Sheffield Stadium on 11 July 2006; and his failure to use his best Results: endeavours to ensure that the performance of the greyhound was to the satisfaction of the Stewards. Opening at 5/2 and starting at 11/4 the greyhound had won a 500m race recording a calculated time of 30.67 seconds as compared with its best recent time of 31.10 seconds recorded in a trial on 15 June 2006 Rules Concered: 49(iv) Go to top

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At their meeting on: 22/11/2006 The following inquiries were held: Stadium/Greyhound: Walthamstow Stadium, MAMS CASH Trainer: Mr J Sherry At a local inquiry held by the Area Stipendiary Steward on 23 October 2006, professional trainer, Mr J Sherryâ⁄™s explanation was accepted in respect of the improved performance of the greyhound MAMS CASH Results: at Walthamstow Stadium on 1 August 2006. Opening at 4/5 and starting at 1/1 the greyhound had won a 475m race recording a calculated time of 29.49 seconds as compared with its best recent time of 30.06 seconds recorded in a race on 20 July 2006. Rules Concered: Go to top

Local Inquiry At their meeting on: 22/11/2006 The following inquiries were held: Stadium/Greyhound: Walthamstow Stadium, VIGOROUS BIT Trainer: Mr M Wallis At a local inquiry held by the Area Stipendiary Steward on 23 October 2006, professional trainer, Mr M Wallisâ⁄™ explanation was accepted in respect of the improved performance of the greyhound VIGOROUS Results: BIT at Walthamstow Stadium on 5 August 2006. Opening at 5/2 and starting at 4/1 the greyhound had won a 475m race recording a calculated time of 29.31 seconds as compared with its best recent time of 30.00 seconds recorded in a trial on 27 July 2006. Rules Concered: Go to top

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At their meeting on: 22/11/2006 The following inquiries were held: Stadium/Greyhound: Wimbledon Stadium, OPENING BONUS Trainer: Mr B Doyle At a local inquiry held by the Area Stipendiary Steward on 27 October 2006, professional trainer, Mr B Doyle was cautioned for a breach of Rule 49(iv) in respect of the improved performance of the greyhound OPENING BONUS at Wimbledon Stadium on 2 August 2006; and his failure to use his best Results: endeavours to ensure that the performance of the greyhound was to the satisfaction of the Stewards. Opening at 6/1 and starting at 6/1 the greyhound had won a 668m race recording a calculated time of 42.15 seconds as compared with its best recent time of 42.90 seconds recorded in a trial on 26 July 2006. Rules Concered: 49(iv) Go to top

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At their meeting on: 16/11/2006 The following inquiries were held: Stadium/Greyhound: Crayford Stadium, JUNIEQ Trainer: Mr B D O'Sullivan Professional trainer, Mr Barry Oâ⁄™Sullivan was found in breach of rules 49(iv), 152(i), 174(i)(b) and 217 of the NGRC Rules of Racing in that the greyhound JUNIEQ was found to have vomited following a race at Crayford Stadium on 6 April 2006; the administration of any substance that could affect the performance and/or well being of the greyhound; and not using his best endeavours Results: to ensure that the performance of the greyhound was to the satisfaction of the Stewards. Mr Oâ⁄™Sullivan was in attendance and, having considered his explanation together with the circumstances of the case, the Stewards ordered that he be cautioned as to the future feeding of greyhounds in his care and fined the sum of Â£300. Rules Concered: 49(iv) 152(i) 174(i)(b) 217 Go to top

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At their meeting on: 16/11/2006 The following inquiries were held: Stadium/Greyhound: Hall Green Stadium, COMPASS ALAN Trainer: Mr J Pearce The Stewards considered a report of the circumstances of the positive analysis of a blood sample taken from the greyhound COMPASS ALAN at Hall Green Stadium on 18 July 2006 and accepted that the positive sample had resulted from the administration of emergency veterinary treatment given to the Results: greyhound, which had subsequently passed away. The Stewards believed that such a rare and catastrophic occurrence as sudden death should be investigated as fully as possible. They accepted that under the particular circumstances, professional trainer, Mr John Pearce and all those concerned dealt with the event in an appropriate manner. Rules Concered: Go to top National Inquiry

At their meeting on: 16/11/2006 The following inquiries were held: Stadium/Greyhound: Perry Barr Stadium, BLUETANK CLASSIC Trainer: Mr J Searle Professional trainer, Mr John Searle was found in breach of rules 49(iv), 152(i) & (ii), 174(i)(b) and 217 of the NGRC Rules of Racing in that a urine sample taken from the greyhound BLUETANK CLASSIC at Perry Barr Stadium on 8 August 2006, was analysed by HFL as containing the metabolites 19- norepiandrosterone and 19- Results: noretiocholanolone; and, not using his best endeavours to ensure that the performance of the greyhound was to the satisfaction of the Steward. Mr Searle did not attend the inquiry and, having considered his written explanation together with the circumstances of the case, the Stewards ordered that he be severely reprimanded and fined the sum of Â£750. Rules Concered: 49(iv) 152(i) 152(ii) 174(i)(b) 217 Go to top

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At their meeting on: 14/11/2006 The following inquiries were held: Stadium/Greyhound: Mildenhall Stadium, Racecourse executive, Mildenhall Stadum & greyhound trainer Mr M Manning - Information: WACHOVIA EBONY & WACHOVIA JEWEL The racecourse executive of Mildenhall Stadium was found in breach of rules 40, 102A, 113(ii), 113(v), 115 and 152(i) & (ii) and greyhound trainer, Mr Maurice Manning was found in breach of rules 113(v), 115(ii) and 152(i) & (ii) of the NGRC Rules of Results: Racing in respect of the circumstances that allowed the greyhound WACHOVIA EBONY to race as WACHOVIA JEWEL from trap 2 in race 1, at Mildenhall Stadium on 11 August 2006. The racing manager and assistant racing manager of Mildenhall Stadium, Messrs Michael Hill and Darren Christie were in attendance. Mr Manning did not attend the inquiry. Having considered the explanations together with the circumstances of the case, the Stewards ordered that the racecourse executive of Mildenhall Stadium be severely reprimanded and fined the sum of Â£800, and that Mr Manning be reprimanded and fined the sum of Â£300. Rules Concered: 40 102A 113(ii;, 113(v) 115 152(i) 152(ii) Go to top

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At their meeting on: 14/11/2006 The following inquiries were held: Stadium/Greyhound: Mildenhall Stadium, JANGOS BLACKJACK Trainer: Mr J Rudgewick Greyhound trainer, Mr Joseph Rudgewick was found in breach of rules 49(iv), 152(i) & (ii), 174(i)(a), 214, 216, and 217 of the NGRC Rules of Racing in that a urine sample taken from the greyhound JANGOS BLACKJACK at Mildenhall Stadium on 4 August 2006, was analysed by HFL as containing the drug flunixin; the administration of any substance that could affect the performance and/or well Results: being of the greyhound; failing to maintain his greyhound treatment book to NGRC requirements; and, not using his best endeavours to ensure that the performance of the greyhound was to the satisfaction of the Stewards. Mr Rudgewick was in attendance and, having considered his explanation together with the circumstances of the case, the Stewards ordered that he be severely reprimanded and fined the sum of Â£700. Rules Concered: 49(iv) 152(i) 152(ii) 174(i)(a) 214 216 217 Go to top

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At their meeting on: 14/11/2006 The following inquiries were held: Stadium/Greyhound: Harlow Stadium, BECKENHAM GIRL Trainer: Mr R C Orgles Greyhound trainer, Mr Robert Orgles was found in breach of rules 49(iv), 152(i) & (ii), 174(i)(a) and 217 of the NGRC Rules of Racing in that the greyhound BECKENHAM GIRL was found to have vomited following a race at Harlow Stadium on 7 July 2006; the administration of any substance that could affect the performance and/or well being of the Results: greyhound; and not using his best endeavours to ensure that the performance of the greyhound was to the satisfaction of the Stewards. Mr Orgles did not attend the inquiry and, having considered his written explanation together with the circumstances of the case, the Stewards ordered that he be severely reprimanded and fined the sum of Â£500. Rules Concered: 49(iv) 152(i) 152(ii) 174(i)(a) 217 Go to top

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At their meeting on: 14/11/2006 The following inquiries were held: Stadium/Greyhound: Romford Stadium, CHEEKY CHALKY Trainer: Mr P W Young Professional trainer, Mr Paul Young was found in breach of rules 49(iv), 152(i) & (ii), 174(i)(a) and 217 of the NGRC Rules of Racing in that a urine sample taken from the greyhound CHEEKY CHALKY at Romford Stadium on 24 July 2006, was analysed by HFL as containing the drug dexamethasone; the administration of any substance that could Results: affect the performance and/or well being of the greyhound; and, not using his best endeavours to ensure that the performance of the greyhound was to the satisfaction of the Stewards. Mr Young was in attendance and, having considered his explanation together with the circumstances of the case, the Stewards ordered that he be severely reprimanded and fined the sum of Â£700. Rules Concered: 49(iv) 152(i) 152(ii) 174(i)(a) 217 Go to top

National Inquiry At their meeting on: 19/10/2006 The following inquiries were held: Stadium/Greyhound: Sunderland Stadium, TWEEDALE SCOTT Trainer: Mr G Calvert Professional trainer, Mr Graham Calvert Jnr was found in breach of rules 49(iv), 152(i) & (ii), 174(i)(a), 216 and 217 of the NGRC Rules of Racing in that a urine sample taken from the greyhound TWEEDALE SCOTT at Sunderland Stadium on 7 July 2006, was analysed by HFL as containing the drug methylprednisolone; the administration of any substance that could affect the performance and/or well being of the greyhound; failing to Results: maintain his greyhound treatment book in accordance with NGRC requirements; and, not using his best endeavours to ensure that the performance of the greyhound was to the satisfaction of the Stewards. Mr Calvert was in attendance and, having considered his explanation together with the circumstances of the case, the Stewards ordered that he be severely reprimanded and fined the sum of Â£700. Rules Concered: 49(iv) 152(i) 152(ii) 174(i)(a) 216 217 Go to top

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At their meeting on: 19/10/2006 The following inquiries were held: Stadium/Greyhound: Belle Vue Stadium, TWEEDALE SCOTT Trainer: Mr G Calvert Professional trainer, Mr Graham Calvert Jnr was found in breach of rules 49(iv), 152(i) & (ii), 174(i)(a), 216 and 217 of the NGRC Rules of Racing in that a urine sample taken from the greyhound TWEEDALE SCOTT at Belle Vue Stadium on 25 July 2006, was analysed by HFL as containing the drug Results: methylprednisolone; the administration of any substance that could affect the performance and/or well being of the greyhound; failing to maintain his greyhound treatment book to NGRC requirements; and, not using his best endeavours to ensure that the performance of the greyhound was to the satisfaction of the Stewards. Mr Calvert was in attendance and, having considered his explanation together with the circumstances of the case, the Stewards ordered that he be severely reprimanded and fined the sum of Â£700. Rules Concered: 49(iv) 152(i) 152(ii) 174(i)(a) 216 217 Go to top

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At their meeting on: 19/10/2006 The following inquiries were held: Stadium/Greyhound: Kinsley Stadium, LICKFINN TOMMY - Greyhound trainer Mr Information: P Prior & kennelhand Mr N Prior Greyhound trainer, Mr Paul Prior was found in breach of rules 49(iv), 152(i) & (ii), 174(i)(b) and 217 of the NGRC Rules of Racing in that a urine sample taken from the greyhound LICKFINN TOMMY at Kinsley Stadium on 13 June 2006, was analysed by HFL as containing the drug cyclizine; and, not using his best endeavours to ensure that the performances of the greyhound at Kinsley Stadium on 13 June & 8 July 2006 were to the satisfaction of the Stewards. Mr Paul Prior did not attend the inquiry and, having considered his written explanation together with the circumstances of the case, the Stewards ordered that he be severely reprimanded and fined the sum of Â£750. Kennelhand, Mr Neil Results: Prior was found in breach of rules 49(iv), 152(i) & (ii), 174(i)(a) and 217 of the NGRC Rules of Racing in that a urine sample taken from the greyhound LICKFINN TOMMY at Kinsley Stadium on 13 June 2006, was analysed by HFL as containing the drug cyclizine; the administration of any substance that could affect the performance and/or well being of the greyhound; and, not using his best endeavours to ensure that the performance of the greyhound was to the satisfaction of the Stewards. Mr Neil Prior did not attend the inquiry and, having considered his written explanation together with the circumstances of the case, the Stewards ordered that his licence be withdrawn with immediate effect. Rules Concered: 49(iv) 152(i) 152(ii) 174(i)(a) 174(i)(b) 217 Go to top

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At their meeting on: 19/10/2006 The following inquiries were held: Sittingbourne Stadium, DROOPYS Stadium/Greyhound: BRENDAN Trainer: Mr S Mavrias Professional trainer, Mr Spencer Mavrias was found in breach of rules 69A, 152(i) & (ii) and 174(iv) of the NGRC Rules of Racing in that his actions led to the unauthorised withdrawal of the greyhound DROOPYS BRENDAN Results: from a race at Sittingbourne Stadium on 5 August 2006. Mr Mavrias was in attendance and, having considered his explanation together with the circumstances of the case, the Stewards ordered that he be reprimanded and fined the sum of Â£400. Rules Concered: 69A 152(i) 152(ii) 174(iv) Go to top

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At their meeting on: 19/10/2006 The following inquiries were held: Stadium/Greyhound: , Information: Results: Rules Concered: Go to top

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At their meeting on: 19/10/2006 The following inquiries were held: Stadium/Greyhound: Henlow Stadium, RUSHEEN ROAN Trainer: Mr R P Mulligan Greyhound trainer, Mr Roger Mulligan was found in breach of rules 49(iv), 152(i) & (ii), 174(i)(a), 216 and 217 of the NGRC Rules of Results: Racing in that a urine sample taken from the greyhound RUSHEEN ROAN at Henlow Stadium on 10 July 2006, was analysed by HFL as containing the drug piroxicam; the administration of any substance that could affect the performance and/or well being of the greyhound; failing to maintain his greyhound treatment book to NGRC requirements; and, not using his best endeavours to ensure that the performance of the greyhound was to the satisfaction of the Stewards. Mr Mulligan did not attend the inquiry and, having considered his explanation together with the circumstances of the case, the Stewards ordered that he be severely reprimanded and fined the sum of Â£750. Rules Concered: 49Iiv) 152(i) 152(ii) 174(i)(a) 216 217 Go to top

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At their meeting on: 19/10/2006 The following inquiries were held: Stadium/Greyhound: Henlow Stadium, Greyhound trainer Mr R P Mulligan & Information: kennelhand Mr V K Thom Greyhound trainer, Mr Roger Mulligan was found in breach of rules 5(iii), 18, 152(i) & (ii), 153 and 174(iv) of the NGRC Rules of Racing in respect of his failure to inform the NGRC of the retirement and change of ownership of greyhounds; and the racing and trialling of greyhounds not in licensed kennels between May â⁄“ September 2006. Mr Mulligan did not attend the inquiry and, having considered his written explanation Results: together with the circumstances of the case, the Stewards ordered that his licence be withdrawn with immediate effect. At the same inquiry, the Stewards accepted kennelhand Mr Valdimer Thomâ⁄™s explanation in respect of the racing, trialling and kennelling of greyhounds in Mr Mulliganâ⁄™s care, but cautioned him as to the future completion of NGRC documentation concerning the registration of change of ownership of greyhounds. Mr Thom was in attendance. Rules Concered: 5(iii) 18 152(i) 152(ii) 153 174(iv) Go to top National Inquiry

At their meeting on: 17/10/2006 The following inquiries were held: Stadium/Greyhound: Walthamstow Stadium, ASTUTE EXPRESS Trainer: Mr E Gaskin Professional trainer, Mr Ernest Gaskin was found in breach of rules 49(iv), 152(i) & (ii), 174(i)(a), 216 and 217 of the NGRC Rules of Racing in that a urine sample taken from the greyhound ASTUTE EXPRESS at Walthamstow Stadium on 22 July 2006, was analysed by HFL as containing substances which have been detected in canine urine following the administration of the drug norethindrone (aka norethisterone), such substances being consistent with being metabolites of norethindrone; the Results: administration of any substance that could affect the performance and/or well being of the greyhound; failing to maintain his greyhound treatment book in accordance with NGRC requirements; and, not using his best endeavours to ensure that the performance of the greyhound was to the satisfaction of the Stewards. Mr Gaskin did not attend the inquiry and, having considered his written explanation together with the circumstances of the case, the Stewards ordered that he be severely reprimanded and fined the sum of Â£700. Rules Concered: 49(iv) 152(i) 152(ii) 174(i)(a) 216 217 Go to top

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At their meeting on: 17/10/2006 The following inquiries were held: Stadium/Greyhound: Walthamstow Stadium, FIVESTAR BLUE Trainer: Mr R J Towner Professional trainer, Mr Roy Towner was found in breach of rules 49(iv), 152(i) & (ii), 174(i)(a) and 217 of the NGRC Rules of Results: Racing in that a urine sample taken from the greyhound FIVESTAR BLUE at Walthamstow Stadium on 22 July 2006, was analysed by HFL as containing the drug furosemide; the administration of any substance that could affect the performance and/or well being of the greyhound; and, not using his best endeavours to ensure that the performance of the greyhound was to the satisfaction of the Stewards. Mr Towner did not attend the inquiry and, having considered his written explanation together with the circumstances of the case, the Stewards ordered that he be severely reprimanded and fined the sum of Â£750. Rules Concered: 49(iv) 152(i) 152(ii) 174(i)(a) 217 Go to top

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At their meeting on: 17/10/2006 The following inquiries were held: Stadium/Greyhound: Hall Green Stadium, WESTMEAD SYD Trainer: Mr P A Sallis Professional trainer, Mr Paul Sallis was found in breach of rules 49(iv), 152(i) & (ii), 174(i)(a), 216 and 217 of the NGRC Rules of Racing in that a urine sample taken from the greyhound WESTMEAD SYD at Hall Green Stadium on 4 July 2006, was analysed by HFL as containing the drug flunixin; the administration of any substance that could affect the performance and/or well being of the Results: greyhound; failing to maintain his greyhound treatment book in accordance with NGRC requirements; and, not using his best endeavours to ensure that the performance of the greyhound was to the satisfaction of the Stewards. Mr Sallis did not attend the inquiry and, having considered his written explanation together with the circumstances of the case, the Stewards ordered that he be severely reprimanded and fined the sum of Â£1,000. Rules Concered: 49(iv) 152(i) 152 (ii) 174(i)(a) 216 217 Go to top

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At their meeting on: 17/10/2006 The following inquiries were held: Walthamstow Stadium, DRIVING UP Stadium/Greyhound: HENRY Trainer: Mr P A Sallis Professional trainer, Mr Paul Sallis was found in breach of rules 49(iv), 152(i) & (ii), 174(i)(a), 216 and 217 of the NGRC Rules of Racing in that a urine sample taken from the greyhound DRIVING UP HENRY at Walthamstow Stadium on 22 July 2006, was analysed by HFL as containing the drug flunixin; the administration of any substance that could affect the performance and/or well Results: being of the greyhound; failing to maintain his greyhound treatment book in accordance with NGRC requirements; and, not using his best endeavours to ensure that the performance of the greyhound was to the satisfaction of the Stewards. Mr Sallis did not attend the inquiry and, having considered his written explanation together with the circumstances of the case, the Stewards ordered that he be severely reprimanded and fined the sum of Â£1,000. Rules Concered: 49(iv) 152(i) 152(ii) 174(i)(a) 216 217 Go to top

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At their meeting on: 17/10/2006 The following inquiries were held: Stadium/Greyhound: Hall Green Stadium, Information: DARK GOLD - Greyhound agent, Mr J Keane Greyhound agent, Mr Joe Keane was found in breach of rules 49(iv), 152(i) & (ii), 174(i)(a) and 217 of the NGRC Rules of Racing in that a urine sample taken from the greyhound DARK GOLD at a sales trial meeting held at Hall Green Stadium on 21 May 2006, was analysed by HFL as containing the drug caffeine; the administration of any substance Results: that could affect the performance and/or well being of the greyhound; and, not using his best endeavours to ensure that the performance of the greyhound was to the satisfaction of the Stewards. Mr Keane did not attend the inquiry and, having considered his written explanation together with the circumstances of the case, the Stewards ordered that he be reprimanded and fined the sum of Â£500. Rules Concered: 49(iv) 152(i) 152(ii) 174(i)(a) 217 Go to top

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At their meeting on: 17/10/2006 The following inquiries were held: Stadium/Greyhound: Doncaster Stadium, DOVELEGS Trainer: Mr S Dove Greyhound trainer, Mr Steven Dove was found in breach of rules 49(iv), 152(i) & (ii), 174(i)(b), 216 and 217 of the NGRC Rules of Racing in that a urine sample taken from the greyhound DOVELEGS at Doncaster Stadium on 13 June 2006, was analysed by HFL as containing the drug methylprednisolone; failing to maintain his greyhound treatment Results: book in accordance with NGRC requirements; and, not using his best endeavours to ensure that the performance of the greyhound was to the satisfaction of the Stewards. Mr Dove did not attend the inquiry and, having considered his written explanation together with the circumstances of the case, the Stewards ordered that he be severely reprimanded and fined the sum of Â£800. Rules Concered: 49(iv) 152(i) 152(ii) 174(i)(b) 216 217 Go to top

Local Inquiry

At their meeting on: 03/10/2006 The following inquiries were held: Stadium/Greyhound: Doncaster Stadium, CAPTAIN CONTROL Trainer: Mr E Upton At a local inquiry held by the Area Stipendiary Steward on 29 September 2006, greyhound trainer, Mr E Uptonâ⁄™s explanation was accepted in respect of the improved performance of the greyhound CAPTAIN Results: CONTROL at Doncaster Stadium on 4 August 2006. Opening and starting at 4/1, the greyhound had won a 483m race recording a calculated time of 29.89 seconds as compared with its best recent time of 30.42 seconds recorded in a trial on 1 August 2006. Rules Concered: Go to top

Local Inquiry

At their meeting on: 03/10/2006 The following inquiries were held: Stadium/Greyhound: Doncaster Stadium, GANNOW MERLIN Trainer: Mr D Baxter At a local inquiry held by the Area Stipendiary Steward on 29 September 2006, greyhound trainer, Mr D Baxterâ⁄™s explanation was accepted in respect of the improved performance of the greyhound GANNOW Results: MERLIN at Doncaster Stadium on 22 April 2006. Opening and starting at 3/1, the greyhound had won a 483m race recording a calculated time of 30.51 seconds as compared with its best recent time of 31.06 seconds recorded in a trial on 7 April 2006. Rules Concered: Go to top

Local Inquiry

At their meeting on: 03/10/2006 The following inquiries were held: Stadium/Greyhound: Harlow Stadium, LINDY LOU Trainer: Mr R Boosey At a local inquiry held by the Area Stipendiary Steward on 27 September 2006, professional trainer, Mr R Boosey was cautioned as to the future running of greyhounds in his care for a breach of Rule 49(iv) in respect of the improved performance of the greyhound LINDY LOU at Harlow Stadium on 26 August 2006; and his failure to use his best Results: endeavours to ensure that the performance of the greyhound was to the satisfaction of the Stewards. Opening at 3/1 and starting at 3/1, the greyhound had won a 592m race recording a calculated time of 38.57 seconds as compared with its best recent time of 39.16 seconds recorded in a trial on 1 August 2006. (Trainer Mr R Boosey was unable to attend the local inquiry and was represented by his Assistant Trainer.) Rules Concered: 49(iv) Go to top

Local Inquiry

At their meeting on: 03/10/2006 The following inquiries were held: Stadium/Greyhound: Henlow Stadium, DARK WOLF Trainer: Mr A Tuffin At a local inquiry held by the Area Stipendiary Steward on 2 October 2006, professional trainer, Mr A Tuffinâ⁄™s explanation was accepted in respect of the improved performance of the greyhound DARK WOLF Results: at Henlow Stadium on 21 August 2006. Opening at 2/1 and starting at 5/2, the greyhound had won a 460m race recording a calculated time of 28.25 seconds as compared with its best recent time of 29.00 seconds recorded in a trial on 19 August 2006. Rules Concered: Go to top

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At their meeting on: 03/10/2006 The following inquiries were held: Stadium/Greyhound: Perry Barr Stadium, BOOZE LIGHTENING Trainer: Mr J Searle At a local inquiry held by the Area Stipendiary Steward on 3 October 2006, professional trainer, Mr J Searleâ⁄™s explanation was accepted in respect of the improved performance of the greyhound BOOZE Results: LIGHTENING at Perry Barr Stadium on 20 July 2006. Opening at 4/1 and starting at 6/1 the greyhound had won a 480m race recording a calculated time of 28.61 seconds as compared with its best recent time of 29.16 seconds recorded in a trial on 7 July 2006. Rules Concered: Go to top Local Inquiry

At their meeting on: 03/10/2006 The following inquiries were held: Stadium/Greyhound: Perry Barr Stadium, MISSOURI LILLY Trainer: Mr D Edwards At a local inquiry held by the Area Stipendiary Steward on 3 October 2006, professional trainer, Mr D Edwardsâ⁄™ explanation was accepted in respect of the improved performance of the greyhound MISSOURI Results: LILLY at Perry Barr Stadium on 28 July 2006. Opening at 7/2 and starting at 4/1, the greyhound had won a 480m race recording a calculated time of 29.48 seconds as compared with its best recent time of 30.00 seconds recorded in a trial on 18 July 2006. Rules Concered: Go to top

Local Inquiry

At their meeting on: 03/10/2006 The following inquiries were held: Stadium/Greyhound: Kinsley Stadium, MALTESE PEGGY Trainer: Mrs G Heppinstall At a local inquiry held by the Area Stipendiary Steward on 3 October 2006, greyhound trainer, Mrs G Heppinstall was cautioned as to the future running of greyhounds in her care for a breach of Rule 49(iv) in respect of the improved performance of the greyhound MALTESE PEGGY at Kinsley Stadium on 20 Results: May 2006; and her failure to use her best endeavours to ensure that the performance of the greyhound was to the satisfaction of the Stewards. Opening at 3/1 and starting at 5/2 Fav, the greyhound had won a 465m race recording a calculated time of 28.23 seconds as compared with its best recent time of 28.61 seconds recorded in a trial on 7 April 2006. Rules Concered: 49(iv) Go to top

Local Inquiry

At their meeting on: 02/10/2006 The following inquiries were held: Stadium/Greyhound: Henlow Stadium, DARK WOLF Trainer: Mr A Tuffin At a local inquiry held by the Area Stipendiary Steward on 2 October 2006, professional trainer, Mr A Tuffinâ⁄™s explanation was accepted in respect of the improved performance of the greyhound DARK WOLF Results: at Henlow Stadium on 21 August 2006. Opening at 2/1 and starting at 5/2, the greyhound had won a 460m race recording a calculated time of 28.25 seconds as compared with its best recent time of 29.00 seconds recorded in a trial on 19 August 2006. Rules Concered: Go to top

Local Inquiry

At their meeting on: 29/09/2006 The following inquiries were held: Stadium/Greyhound: Doncaster Stadium, GANNOW MERLIN Trainer: Mr D Baxter Results: At a local inquiry held by the Area Stipendiary Steward on 29 September 2006, greyhound trainer, Mr D Baxterâ⁄™s explanation was accepted in respect of the improved performance of the greyhound GANNOW MERLIN at Doncaster Stadium on 22 April 2006. Opening and starting at 3/1, the greyhound had won a 483m race recording a calculated time of 30.51 seconds as compared with its best recent time of 31.06 seconds recorded in a trial on 7 April 2006. Rules Concered: Go to top

Local Inquiry

At their meeting on: 27/09/2006 The following inquiries were held: Stadium/Greyhound: Harlow Stadium, LINDY LOU Trainer: Mr R Boosey At a local inquiry held by the Area Stipendiary Steward on 27 September 2006, professional trainer, Mr R Boosey was cautioned as to the future running of greyhounds in his care for a breach of Rule 49(iv) in respect of the improved performance of the greyhound LINDY LOU at Harlow Stadium on 26 August 2006; and his failure to use his best endeavours to ensure that the performance of Results: the greyhound was to the satisfaction of the Stewards. Opening at 3/1 and starting at 3/1, the greyhound had won a 592m race recording a calculated time of 38.57 seconds as compared with its best recent time of 39.16 seconds recorded in a trial on 1 August 2006. (Trainer Mr R Boosey was unable to attend the local inquiry and was represented by his Assistant Trainer.) Rules Concered: 49(iv) Go to top

Local Inquiry

At their meeting on: 25/09/2006 The following inquiries were held: Stadium/Greyhound: Sheffield Stadium, BLUE GARDINIA Trainer: Mrs J Houfton At a local inquiry held by the Area Stipendiary Steward on 25 September 2006, professional trainer, Mrs J A Houfton was cautioned as to the future running of greyhounds in her care for a breach of Rule 49(iv) in respect of the improved performance of the greyhound BLUE GARDINIA at Sheffield Stadium on 22 Results: August 2006; and her failure to use her best endeavours to ensure that the performance of the greyhound was to the satisfaction of the Stewards. Opening at 2/1 and starting at 7/4Fav, the greyhound had won a 500m race recording a calculated time of 29.84 seconds as compared with its best recent time of 30.38 seconds recorded in a trial on 9 August 2006. Rules Concered: 49(iv) Go to top

Local Inquiry

At their meeting on: 25/09/2006 The following inquiries were held: Stadium/Greyhound: Sheffield Stadium, SOVIET JAVA Trainer: Mr P Liddle At a local inquiry held by the Area Stipendiary Steward on 25 September 2006, professional trainer, Mr P Liddleâ⁄™s explanation was accepted in respect of the improved performance of the greyhound SOVIET JAVA Results: at Sheffield Stadium on 5 August 2006. Opening at 4/1 and starting at 9/2 the greyhound had won a 500m race recording a calculated time of 30.31 seconds as compared with its best recent time of 30.80 seconds recorded in a trial on 8 July 2006. Rules Concered: Go to top

Local Inquiry

At their meeting on: 24/09/2006 The following inquiries were held: Stadium/Greyhound: Rye House Stadium, CHARLIES JACKSON Trainer: Mr R Orgles At a local inquiry held by the Area Stipendiary Results: Steward on 24 September 2006, greyhound trainer, Mr R Orgles was cautioned as to the future running of greyhounds in his care for a breach of Rule 49(iv) in respect of the improved performance of the greyhound CHARLIES JACKSON at Rye House Stadium on 20 July 2006; and his failure to use his best endeavours to ensure that the performance of the greyhound was to the satisfaction of the Stewards. Opening at 4/1 and starting at 4/1 the greyhound had won a 480m race recording a calculated time of 30.33 seconds as compared with its best recent time of 30.94 seconds recorded in a trial on 22 June 2006. Rules Concered: 49(iv) Go to top

Local Inquiry

At their meeting on: 20/09/2006 The following inquiries were held: Stadium/Greyhound: Peterborough Stadium, GRILLAGH BUDGIE Trainer: Mrs P Spragg At a local inquiry held by the Area Stipendiary Steward on 20 September 2006, professional trainer, Mrs P Spragg was cautioned as to the future running of greyhounds in her care for a breach of Rule 49(iv) in respect of the improved performance of the greyhound GRILLAGH BUDGIE at Peterborough Stadium on 11 August 2006; and her failure to Results: use her best endeavours to ensure that the performance of the greyhound was to the satisfaction of the Stewards. Opening at 5/1 and starting at 7/1, the greyhound had won a 605m race recording a calculated time of 38.22 seconds as compared with its best recent time of 39.18 seconds recorded in a trial on 17 July 2006. Rules Concered: 49(iv) Go to top

National Inquiry

At their meeting on: 14/09/2006 The following inquiries were held: Stadium/Greyhound: Peterborough Stadium, CHOICE JOCK Trainer: Mr W O'Donoghue Greyhound agent, Mr William Oâ⁄™Donoghue was found in breach of rules 49(iv), 152(i) & (ii), 174(i)(a), 214, 217 and 218 of the NGRC Rules of Racing in that a urine sample taken from the greyhound CHOICE JOCK at a sales trials meeting held at Peterborough Stadium on 14 April 2006, was analysed by HFL as containing the drugs salicylic acid and caffeine; the administration of any substance that could affect the performance and/or well being of the Results: greyhound; feeding stained meat (knacker meat) to the greyhound within 24 hours before the trial; and, not using his best endeavours to ensure that the performance of the greyhound was to the satisfaction of the Stewards. Mr Oâ⁄™Donoghue was in attendance and, having considered his explanation and mitigation together with the circumstances of the case, the Stewards ordered that he be severely reprimanded and fined the sum of Â£1,000. Rules Concered: 49(iv) 152(i) 152(ii) 174(i)(a) 214 217 218 Go to top

National Inquiry

At their meeting on: 14/09/2006 The following inquiries were held: Stadium/Greyhound: Peterborough Stadium, BUYER BEWARE Trainer: Mr W O'Donoghue Greyhound agent, Mr William Oâ⁄™Donoghue was found in breach of rules 49(iv), 152(i) & (ii), 174(i)(a), 214, 217 and 218 of the NGRC Rules of Racing in that a urine sample taken from the greyhound BUYER BEWARE at a sales trials meeting held at Peterborough Stadium on 14 April Results: 2006, was analysed by HFL as containing the drugs caffeine and theophylline; the administration of any substance that could affect the performance and/or well being of the greyhound; feeding stained meat (knacker meat) to he greyhound within 24 hours before the trial; and, not using his best endeavours to ensure that the performance of the greyhound was to the satisfaction of the Stewards. Mr Oâ⁄™Donoghue was in attendance and, having considered his explanation and mitigation together with the circumstances of the case, the Stewards ordered that he be severely reprimanded and fined the sum of Â£600. Rules Concered: 49(iv) 152(i) 152(ii) 174(i)(a) 214 217 218 Go to top

National Inquiry

At their meeting on: 14/09/2006 The following inquiries were held: Stadium/Greyhound: Coventry Stadium, Trainer: Mr S K Lapidge Professional trainer, Mr Stephen Lapidge was found in breach of rules 152(i) and 212(x) in respect of the temporary failure to provide suitable restraint for greyhounds that he transported in his vehicle. Mr Lapidge was in Results: attendance and, having considered his explanation and mitigation together with the circumstances of the case, the Stewards ordered that he be cautioned as to his future transport arrangements for greyhounds in his care. Rules Concered: 152(i) 212(x) Go to top

National Inquiry

At their meeting on: 14/09/2006 The following inquiries were held: Belle Vue Stadium, AMONGUNKNOWN Stadium/Greyhound: MEN Trainer: Miss J Andrews Professional trainer, Miss Joy Andrews was found to be in breach of rules 49(iv), 152(i) & (ii), 174(i)(a), 214 and 217 of the NGRC Rules of Racing in that a urine sample taken from the Results: greyhound AMONGUNKNOWN MEN, at Belle Vue Stadium on 14 March 2006, was analysed by HFL as containing substances which have been detected in canine urine following the administration of norethindrone (aka norethisterone), such substances being consistent with being metabolites of norethindrone; the administration of any substance that could affect the performance and/or well being of the greyhound; and, not using her best endeavours to ensure that the performance of the greyhound was to the satisfaction of the Stewards. Miss Andrews did not attend the inquiry and, having considered her written explanation, the Stewards ordered that she be severely reprimanded and fined the sum of Â£600. Rules Concered: 49(iv) 152(i) (ii;, 174(i)(a) 214 217 Go to top

National Inquiry

At their meeting on: 12/09/2006 The following inquiries were held: Stadium/Greyhound: Pelaw Grange Stadium, CLASH NITRO & RENT A FLYER - Greyhound trainers Mrs G Young, Mr S Information: Fenwick; local official Mr G Young; greyhound owner Mr J Naisbitt Greyhound trainer, Mr Sidney Fenwick was found in breach of rules 58, 62, 152(i) & (ii) and 174(xi) in that he permitted the greyhounds CLASH NITRO and RENT A FLYER to be treated in such a manner as to cause them unnecessary suffering when injured by failing to obtain veterinary treatment; and he facilitated the destruction of the greyhounds CLASH NITRO and RENT A FLYER at Seaham on 12 July 2006, in circumstances contrary to NGRC rules. Results: Greyhound trainer, Mrs Gillian Young was found in breach of rules 18, 58, 62, 152(i) & (ii) and 174(xi) in that she permitted the greyhounds CLASH NITRO and RENT A FLYER to be treated in such a manner as to cause them unnecessary suffering when injured by failing to obtain veterinary treatment; she facilitated the destruction of the greyhounds CLASH NITRO and RENT A FLYER at Seaham on 12 July 2006 in circumstances contrary to NGRC rules; and, she failed to make suitable provisions for the greyhound RENT A FLYER, which was registered in her ownership. Local official, Mr Graeme Young was found in breach of rules 152(i) & (ii), 153 and 174(xi) in that he permitted the greyhounds CLASH NITRO and RENT A FLYER to be treated in such a manner as to cause them unnecessary suffering when injured by failing to obtain veterinary treatment; the circumstances of the destruction of the greyhounds CLASH NITRO and RENT A FLYER at Seaham on 12 July 2006; and, his failure to report breaches of the NGRC Rules of Racing to the NGRC. Greyhound owner, Mr Jamie Naisbitt was found in breach of rules 18 and 152(i) & (ii) in that he failed to make suitable provisions for the greyhound CLASH NITRO, which was registered in his ownership. The Stewards considered mitigating circumstances taking into account that Mr Naisbitt was a serving officer in the Armed Forces overseas at the time of the incident. Mr Fenwick, Mr Naisbitt and Mr & Mrs Young did not attend the Inquiry and, having considered written explanations and the circumstances of the case, the Stewards ordered that Mr Fenwick be made a warned off person and fined the sum of Â£1,000; that Mrs Young be made a warned off person and fined the sum of Â£1,500; and that Mr Young be made a warned off person and fined the sum of Â£2,000. The Stewards also ordered that Mr Naisbitt be fined the sum of Â£100 and cautioned as to his future ownership responsibilities. Rules Concered: 18 58 62 152(i) 152(ii) 153 174(xi) Go to top

National Inquiry

At their meeting on: 12/09/2006 The following inquiries were held: Stadium/Greyhound: Wimbledon Stadium, LONGRANGE JO Trainer: Mr M Pomfret International trainer (Eire), Mr Michael Pomfret was found in breach of rules 49(iv), Results: 152(i) and (ii), 174(i)(a) and 217 in that a urine sample taken from the greyhound LONGRANGE JO at Wimbledon Stadium on 5 May 2006, was analysed by HFL as containing the drug meloxicam; the administration of any substance that could affect the performance and/or well being of the greyhound; and, not using his best endeavours to ensure that the performance of the greyhound was to the satisfaction of the Stewards. Mr Pomfret did not attend the Inquiry and, having considered his written explanation and the circumstances of the case, the Stewards ordered that he be severely reprimanded and fined the sum of Â£850. Rules Concered: 49(iv) 152(i) 152(ii) 174(i)(a) 217 Go to top

National Inquiry

At their meeting on: 12/09/2006 The following inquiries were held: Stadium/Greyhound: Wimbledon Stadium, ICE AND LEMON Trainer: Mr B Rumney Professional trainer, Mr Brian Rumney was found in breach of rules 49(iv), 152(i) & (ii), 174(i)(a) and 217 in that a urine sample taken from the greyhound ICE AND LEMON, at Wimbledon Stadium on 27 May 2006, was analysed by HFL as containing the drug flunixin; the administration of any substance that could affect the performance and/or well Results: being of the greyhound; and, not using his best endeavours to ensure that the performance of the greyhound was to the satisfaction of the Stewards. Mr Rumney did not attend the Inquiry and, having considered his written explanation and the circumstances of the case, the Stewards ordered that he be severely reprimanded and fined the sum of Â£850. Rules Concered: 49(iv) 152(i) 152(ii) 174(i)(a) 217 Go to top

National Inquiry

At their meeting on: 12/09/2006 The following inquiries were held: Stadium/Greyhound: Henlow Stadium, BUNNY GIRL Trainer: Mr P Woodard Greyhound trainer, Mr Paul Woodard was found in breach of rules 49(iv), 152(i) & (ii), 174(i)(a), 216 and 217 in that a urine sample taken from the greyhound BUNNY GIRL, at Henlow Stadium on 29 April 2006, was analysed by HFL as containing the presence of a substance which has been detected in canine urine following the administration of norethindrone (aka norethisterone), such substance consistent with being a metabolite of norethindrone; the administration of any Results: substance that could affect the performance and/or well being of the greyhound; not using his best endeavours to ensure that the performance of the greyhound was to the satisfaction of the Stewards; and, failing to maintain his greyhound treatment book in a manner acceptable to the Stewards. Mr Woodard did not attend the Inquiry and, having considered his written explanation and the circumstances of the case, the Stewards ordered that he be severely reprimanded and fined the sum of Â£800. Rules Concered: 49(iv) 152(i) 152(ii) 174(i)(a) 216 217 Go to top

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