Turf Club unveils new testing plans

The Turf Club is to significantly enhance its drug-testing regime from next January.

The announcement comes just a week after Irish racing was rocked by the news that trainer Philip Fenton faces court charges over the alleged possession of banned animal remedies, including steroids.

From next year all horses whether returned in or out of training, or for whom a hunter certificate has been issued after that date, will be liable for testing at any time.