'Don't throw trust away': SP regulator issues warning over industry prices

Betting: A new charity has been launched to address problem gambling in Ireland

The SPRC said fairness was at the core of starting pricesCredit: Matt Cardy

The body tasked with ensuring the integrity of starting prices has issued a robust defence of the system and cast doubts over the acceptability of industry SPs.

However, the Starting Price Regulatory Commission's (SPRC) annual report for 2018 has voiced concern about bookmaker attendance at some meetings.

It also revealed another episode involving on-course bookmakers at Ffos Las, who were criticised last year over the level of overrounds at the track.

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Bill BarberIndustry editor

Published on 25 July 2019inNews

Last updated 17:09, 25 July 2019

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