Edward Rennell: Greyhound Racing NZ CEO on the judicial review into the ban

The Government's being accused of rushing a greyhound racing ban, affecting hundreds of jobs. 

Racing Minister Winston Peters gave the industry 20 months to wind down from November. 

Greyhound Racing NZ is applying for a judicial review, saying the Government failed to inform, prepare, and consult on the ban. 

CEO Edward Rennell says many only found out shortly before the announcement. 

He told Mike Hosking they've had no engagement from the Government and nothing in writing on the decision – the only way they’ve been able to determine how it was made was through the Official Information Act. 

Based on that information, Rennell says the paper that went to cabinet was highly selective and didn’t present complete facts. 

“When you’re looking to take away $159 million from the economy and 1,054 jobs, surely you have an obligation to review the full facts.” 

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