Lifford to be privately operated under RCÉ once again
The Rásaíocht Con Éireann (RCÉ) has confirmed that Lifford Greyhound Stadium will return to its original racing model as a privately operated track.


Lifford to race under the remit of RCÉ
Lifford Greyhound Stadium will return to its original racing model as a privately operated track, as confirmed by the Rásaíocht Con Éireann (RCÉ).
The track will be run under the remit of RCÉ and will stage its first race meeting under this new structure on Saturday 30th August.
This will also include Lifford also integrating into the RCÉ Tote system at the organisation’s standard retention rates.
Following the stadium’s initial licensing as a fully independent track which previously operated its own prizemoney structure and tote arrangement with Tote UK, this move represents the culmination of progressive discussions between RCÉ and Lifford’s operators, Canaradzo Ltd.
This move is a notable one for both RCÉ and Lifford Stadium as Lifford’s participants will benefit from improved prizemoney under the RCÉ racing and prizemoney structure, while also providing a sustainable Tote model operated by RCÉ.
This long-term sustainability and development of greyhound racing in the north-west of Ireland is boosted by this partnership, aligning with Pillar Two of RCÉ’s Five-Year Strategic Plan, "Organisational and Industry Sustainability".
Commenting on the development, Tim Lucey, CEO of RCÉ, told www.grireland.ie: "The integration of Lifford into the RCÉ racing model is another important step in delivering on our Five-Year Strategic Plan, in particular Pillar Two which focuses on organisational and industry sustainability.
“By bringing Lifford into the RCÉ prizemoney and Tote structures, we are not only strengthening the future of the stadium but also supporting participants and the wider greyhound community in the north-west.
“This partnership demonstrates how collaboration can deliver long-term benefits for the sport and its stakeholders."
Ciaran Magee of Canaradzo Ltd, operators of Lifford Stadium, added: "We are delighted to be returning to the RCÉ racing model from this weekend.
“This partnership secures a sustainable future for Lifford and ensures that our owners, trainers, and supporters will benefit from enhanced prizemoney.
“It is a major boost for greyhound racing in the north-west and we look forward to building on this positive step together with RCÉ."