Trainer Jim Bolger will not appear before Oireachtas committee to discuss allegations of doping in Irish horse racing

Trainer Jim Bolger has claimed doping is a major issue in Irish horse racing but said he cannot discuss these claims due to 'legal reasons'. File picture

Leading horse racing trainer Jim Bolger will not be attending an Oireachtas Agriculture Committee meeting next week to discuss allegations of doping within Irish horse racing.

In a letter addressed to committee chair and Fianna Fáil TD for Tipperary, Jackie Cahill, Mr Bolger said he could not attend for legal reasons.