Irish Greyhound Board refuses to reveal legal payments

The Irish Greyhound Board has refused to state how much it paid out on three High Court settlements this year.

The board, which received millions in public funds, has confirmed it has settled two cases relating to the drugging of a dog under its care as well as a third separate case.

The board could be forced to pay out more in legal settlements after it revealed that two other cases are still before the courts.