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Jun 29 2020

CPBS Office Hours Notice – Public Access

Announcement, Notice
by CPBS

The CPBS Office will re-open to the public on Wednesday 1st July for a limited time each morning (Monday to Friday) 9.30 to 11.30am. A temporary desk will be situated at the entrance to the office building and operated as per government guidelines. Visitors are asked to observe the 2m rule and be respectful of all people in the vicinity. Your queries will be dealt with as quickly and efficiently as possible.   We look forward to welcoming you again....

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May 25 2020

Inspections/Covid-19

Inspections, Latest News
by CPBS

Concerning the ongoing implications and gradual lifting of restrictions with regard to the coronavirus pandemic, the viability of holding inspections will continue to be monitored. The Council is hopeful that inspections will be held in the Autumn, subject to restrictions being further eased and that it is possible to put suitable procedures and precautions in place given the pandemic. The Council regrets it is not in a position to make any firm decision regarding dates and venues at present....

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May 18 2020

CPBS cancellation of the 97th Annual Connemara Pony Show 2020

Announcement, Festivals, Notice, Pony Show
by CPBS

Following recommendations from the Irish Shows’ Association and due to ongoing concerns regarding the continuing impact of the coronavirus, the Connemara Pony Breeders’ Society announced with great regret earlier in May the cancellation of the planned 97th Annual Connemara Pony Show due to have been held at the Showgrounds in Clifden from August 19th to 22nd. This is the first time in the history of the Society that the Annual Show has been cancelled since the foundation of the Society in 1923, the first show being held at Roundstone in 1924....

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Mar 25 2020

Equine Premises Number

Notice
by CPBS

Equine Premises Numbers As of 7th of February 2020 all Passport Issuing Organisations (PIO’s) can not proceed with type 1 (foal and pony registrations) and type 3 (pony importation) applications if they are not accompanied with a valid equine premises number. A list of all RVO can be found on the Departments website https://www.agriculture.gov.ie/contact/regionalveterinaryoffices/   Please ensure when submitting a DNA application or pony importation applications that they are accompanied with a valid equine premises number.  We cannot proceed with your application where there is an invalid equine premises number   Anyone who keeps or allows an...

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Mar 13 2020

CPBS Office Closed to the Public – 29 March to 5 May 2020

Notice
by CPBS

Office Closed To The Public. Due to the Covid-19 outbreak and following guidelines from our government the office will be closed to public from the 29 March to 5th May 2020 If you need to submit applications to the office then please use the post box. Phone lines will remain open; 10am-1pm and 2pm-3pm All our services are available online on our website www.cpbs.ie   We apologise for any inconvenience caused....

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Mar 12 2020

Spring Festival Postponed

Latest News
by HumdingerDigital

The Connemara Pony Breeders’ Society are closely monitoring the coronavirus outbreak and the advice of the HSE . The link to the HSE website for the most up to date information and advice can be found HERE The CPBS has taken the decision to postpone the Spring Festival events which includes Launch of An Capaillin Table Quiz Bartley O’Sullivan lecture International discussion group Stallion parade A decision will be made in the coming days regarding the colt inspections We apologise for any inconvenience cause, however the decision is taken in the best interests of our breeders, members, council...

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Mar 02 2020

Council Meeting 20.02.2020

Meetings
by CPBS

Council Meeting - 20 February 2020 At the recent Council Meeting of the CPBS the following items were agreed: Colt Inspections for 2020: the decision was made that colt inspections for 2020 will be conducted in the same format as in 2019. Loose jumping for colts will be compulsory. The Spring Weekend full schedule was approved and may be viewed on the website. New to the schedule will be a loose jumping option in the Showgrounds would be available for stallions taking part in the Stallion Parade at the Spring Weekend...

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Jan 14 2020

Spring Colt Inspections

Inspections, Latest News
by HumdingerDigital

POSTPONED UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE Dates & Venues: Friday 27th March 2020, Creagh Equestrian Centre, Ballinalsoe, Co Galway Saturday 28th March 2020, The Showgrounds, Clifden, Co Galway POSTPONED UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE PLEASE NOTE: Following the restrictions being put in place to stop the spread of the COVID-19  virus and in compliance with recommendations from the government, the CPBS have decided to postpone the colt inspections/classifications due to take place 26th, 27th & 28th March 2020. The situation will be reviewed on the 28th March 2020 and an update given then....

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Jan 14 2020

Spring Festival 2020: POSTPONED

Festivals, Latest News
by HumdingerDigital

POSTPONED 27th, 28th, 29th March. [download id="21561"] C.P.B.S. Spring Festival 2020 - Details: Schedule of Events: Date: Friday, March 27th Event: Colt Inspections 2020 Time: 10am Venue: Creagh Equestrian Centre, Ballinasloe Event: Table Quiz in Aid of Connemara Therapeutic Riding Time: 9pm Venue: Station House Hotel, Clifden   Date: Saturday, March 28th Event: International Committee Meeting Time: 10am Venue: CPBS Office, Clifden Event: Colt Inspections 2020 Time: 12pm Venue: CPBS Showgrounds, Clifden Event: Launch of “An Capaillín” 2020 Time: 7pm Followed by: The Bartley O’Sullivan Lecture on “The Lives & Times of Jack and Bobby Bolger and William Roe” by Mr. Kevin Bolger Venue: Station House Hotel Theatre, Clifden   Date:...

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