HRI refunds punters’ stakes in Dalton affair
The wagers were struck with Dalton on the final day of the festival, September 18.
HRI recently contacted over 90 people by letter and Paul Finegan, of HRI’s betting division, confirmed: “We have paid out approximately €7,000 to racegoers, which covers punters’ stakes.
“Mr Dalton had paid a deposit of €3,200, so we decided to withhold that. We are also in the process of selling six of his pitches around the country.
“Mr Dalton was also owed a small sum of money by SIS, who provide betting shows to shops, and HRI made up the balance, which has now been paid to over 90 punters.”
HRI continues to maintain that it remains Dalton’s responsibility to repay the winning bets.
The letter also enclosed a free bet of €10 from the Irish National Bookmakers’ Association.
