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The IGB has announced a change to procedures at Shelbourne Park and part of the amendment will allow a stewards’ enquiry to be called if a greyhound performs above or below his level by a significant amount.

In the case of a raced greyhound finding half a second, it will be within the control of the stewards to call an enquiry and implement a 30-day rule. Conversely, runners that fail to run to their level may be subjected to ‘satisfaction’ trials.

As an enthusiast and punter and one lucky enough to be able to make a fraction of my living from the game, I wholeheartedly welcome the change. But I’ve got some questions.