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Kingston, Jamaica: Tuesday, April 30, 2024
Minister of Finance and the Public Service, Dr. the Honourable Nigel Clarke, has invited stakeholders of the horse racing industry together for a face to face meeting on Thursday, May 2 to discuss recent developments.
The meeting will include jockeys, grooms, trainers, owners, promoters, veterinarians, horse care personnel, Supreme Ventures Racing and Entertainment Limited Management, Commissioners from the Jamaica Racing Commission and other stakeholders.
The purpose of the meeting is to discuss recent developments with a view to maintaining an environment that is conducive to the stability and growth of the horse racing industry.
The meeting will take place at the Ministry’s offices at National Heroes Circle.
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For further information contact:
Ministry of Finance and the Public Service
30 National Heroes Circle
Kingston 4
The Hon. Nigel Clarke, D.Phil., MP
Minister of Finance and the Public Service
30 National Heroes Circle, Kingston 4
Tel: (876) 932-4656 / 4660 / 4655
Eml: opedjamaica@gmail.com
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