Legislation Details
- Full Title: Cabinet Resolution Regarding the Regulation of Emirates Racing Authority
- Law Type: Cabinet Resolution
- Law Number: 54 of 2021
- Issued Date: 23 May 2021
- Effective Date: 23 May 2021
- Official Gazette: No. 704
- Sector: Sport
- Status: Active
- Number of Articles: 28
- Chapters/Parts: 0
- Amendments: 0
Summary
This Cabinet Resolution regulates the Emirates Racing Authority, an independent federal authority responsible for overseeing and governing horse racing in the United Arab Emirates. The law outlines the Authority's competences, including licensing racetracks and equine facilities, registering horses and owners, supervising races and equine auctions, and developing emergency plans for equine diseases. The Resolution also establishes the Authority's Board of Directors and financial provisions, and grants the Authority exclusive jurisdiction to investigate and penalize violations of its regulations. This legislation is important for businesses and individuals involved in the UAE's horse racing industry, as it provides a comprehensive regulatory framework to ensure the sport is conducted to international standards. (Cabinet Resolution Regarding the Regulation of Emirates Racing Authority, 2021, Arts. 1-14)
What is the scope and purpose of this law?
The Cabinet Resolution establishes the Emirates Racing Authority as an independent federal authority responsible for regulating and overseeing horse racing in the UAE. The law grants the Authority legal personality, financial and administrative independence, and the necessary legal capacity to carry out its competences, which include licensing racetracks and equine facilities, registering horses and owners, supervising races and equine auctions, and developing emergency plans for equine diseases. The Resolution applies throughout the UAE and covers all aspects of the horse racing industry. (Cabinet Resolution Regarding the Regulation of Emirates Racing Authority, 2021, Art. 2)
What are the key definitions under this law?
The Resolution provides the following key definitions:
- State: The United Arab Emirates
- Authority: The Emirates Racing Authority
- Board of Directors: The Board of Directors of the Authority
- Horse Racing: A competition in which horses contest on a licensed and accredited racetrack for a specific distance, in accordance with the race terms and standards issued by the Authority
(Cabinet Resolution Regarding the Regulation of Emirates Racing Authority, 2021, Art. 1)
What are the main obligations and requirements?
The Resolution imposes the following key obligations on the Emirates Racing Authority: 1. Regulating horse racing in the UAE in accordance with international benchmark standards. (Cabinet Resolution Regarding the Regulation of Emirates Racing Authority, 2021, Art. 3(1)) 2. Licensing racetracks, equine facilities, horse trainers, jockeys, technicians, and stable staff involved in horse racing. (Cabinet Resolution Regarding the Regulation of Emirates Racing Authority, 2021, Arts. 3(2), 3(3), 3(4), 3(5)) 3. Registering horse owners, racehorses, stallions, broodmares, and horses born in the UAE. (Cabinet Resolution Regarding the Regulation of Emirates Racing Authority, 2021, Arts. 3(6), 3(7), 3(8), 3(9)) 4. Coordinating with international horse racing authorities and developing the UAE's horse racing schedule and program. (Cabinet Resolution Regarding the Regulation of Emirates Racing Authority, 2021, Arts. 3(10), 3(11), 3(12)) 5. Supervising race operations, including entries, declarations, sample testing, and results. (Cabinet Resolution Regarding the Regulation of Emirates Racing Authority, 2021, Arts. 3(13), 3(14), 3(15), 3(16), 3(17))
What licensing, registration, or approval requirements exist?
The Resolution outlines the following licensing and registration requirements under the Emirates Racing Authority: - Licensing of racetracks within the UAE and setting the necessary regulations, conditions, and standards for their licensing. (Cabinet Resolution Regarding the Regulation of Emirates Racing Authority, 2021, Art. 3(2)) - Licensing of equine facilities in the UAE, whether for racehorses or horses kept for personal purposes. (Cabinet Resolution Regarding the Regulation of Emirates Racing Authority, 2021, Art. 3(3)) - Licensing of horse trainers, jockeys, technicians, and stable staff involved in horse racing. (Cabinet Resolution Regarding the Regulation of Emirates Racing Authority, 2021, Arts. 3(4), 3(5)) - Registration of horse owners and their racing colors and emblems. (Cabinet Resolution Regarding the Regulation of Emirates Racing Authority, 2021, Art. 3(6)) - Registration of thoroughbred and purebred Arabian racehorses. (Cabinet Resolution Regarding the Regulation of Emirates Racing Authority, 2021, Art. 3(7)) - Registration of stallions, broodmares, and horses born in the UAE. (Cabinet Resolution Regarding the Regulation of Emirates Racing Authority, 2021, Arts. 3(8), 3(9))
What rights and protections does this law provide?
The Resolution does not explicitly outline any specific rights or protections granted to individuals or businesses under this law. The focus of the legislation is on establishing the Emirates Racing Authority's competences and regulatory powers over the horse racing industry in the UAE. (Cabinet Resolution Regarding the Regulation of Emirates Racing Authority, 2021)
Which authorities or bodies are responsible for enforcement?
The Resolution establishes the Emirates Racing Authority as the primary body responsible for enforcing and implementing the law's provisions. Specifically, the law states that the Authority shall have: - Legal personality, financial and administrative independence, and the legal capacity necessary to carry out its competences. (Cabinet Resolution Regarding the Regulation of Emirates Racing Authority, 2021, Art. 2) - A Board of Directors, to be formed by a resolution issued by the Prime Minister, which is responsible for approving the Authority's policies, regulations, budget, and organizational structure. (Cabinet Resolution Regarding the Regulation of Emirates Racing Authority, 2021, Arts. 4, 5) The Resolution also grants the Authority exclusive jurisdiction to conduct investigations into violations of its regulations and take appropriate decisions, including referring violations to the competent judicial authorities. (Cabinet Resolution Regarding the Regulation of Emirates Racing Authority, 2021, Art. 10)
What are the penalties for non-compliance?
The Resolution empowers the Emirates Racing Authority to establish a schedule of penalties and fines to be imposed on violators of the horse racing legislation issued by the Authority. This includes the ability to issue decisions related to suspension, revocation of licenses, and disqualification of violators from participating in races. (Cabinet Resolution Regarding the Regulation of Emirates Racing Authority, 2021, Art. 11(1)) The Resolution also requires the Authority to establish a mechanism for filing grievances against its decisions and for adjudicating on such grievances. (Cabinet Resolution Regarding the Regulation of Emirates Racing Authority, 2021, Art. 11(2))
What fees, charges, or financial provisions are specified?
The Resolution outlines the following financial provisions for the Emirates Racing Authority: 1. The Authority's financial resources shall consist of: - Returns from the activities it conducts and the services it provides. - Donations, grants, subsidies, and sponsorships received and accepted by the Authority's Board of Directors. - Any other revenues approved by the Board of Directors. (Cabinet Resolution Regarding the Regulation of Emirates Racing Authority, 2021, Art. 7) 2. The Authority shall be exempt from the provisions on oversight by the State Audit Institution. (Cabinet Resolution Regarding the Regulation of Emirates Racing Authority, 2021, Art. 8) 3. The Authority shall have its own independent regulations, policies, and systems governing its financial matters, to be issued by a resolution of the Board of Directors. (Cabinet Resolution Regarding the Regulation of Emirates Racing Authority, 2021, Art. 9)
What exemptions or exceptions apply?
The Resolution states that the Emirates Racing Authority shall be exempt from the provisions of the following federal laws: 1. Federal Decree by Law No. (26) of 2019 Regarding Public Finance. 2. Federal Decree by Law No. (11) of 2008 Regarding Human Resources in the Federal Government. This includes all executive and regulatory regulations and bylaws issued pursuant to these laws. (Cabinet Resolution Regarding the Regulation of Emirates Racing Authority, 2021, Art. 12)
How are disputes resolved under this law?
The Resolution requires the Emirates Racing Authority to establish a mechanism for filing grievances against its decisions and for adjudicating on such grievances. However, the law does not provide any further details on the specific dispute resolution procedures. (Cabinet Resolution Regarding the Regulation of Emirates Racing Authority, 2021, Art. 11(2))
What are the key deadlines and time limits?
The Resolution does not specify any deadlines or time limits for the Emirates Racing Authority or any other parties. (Cabinet Resolution Regarding the Regulation of Emirates Racing Authority, 2021)
How does this law interact with other UAE legislation?
The Resolution repeals the following legislation: 1. Prime Minister's Resolution No. (11) of 2006 Regarding the Establishment of the Emirates Racing Authority. 2. Any provision that contradicts or conflicts with the provisions of this Resolution. (Cabinet Resolution Regarding the Regulation of Emirates Racing Authority, 2021, Art. 13(3)) The Resolution also states that all regulations, decisions, and rules currently in force within the Authority shall remain effective until new ones are issued to replace them, and that the Authority shall retain all rights and obligations from any pre-existing contracts, agreements, or memoranda of understanding. (Cabinet Resolution Regarding the Regulation of Emirates Racing Authority, 2021, Arts. 13(1), 13(4))
When did this law come into effect?
The Cabinet Resolution Regarding the Regulation of Emirates Racing Authority was issued on 23 May 2021 and came into effect on the same date. The Resolution was published in the Official Gazette No. 704 on 15 June 2021. (Cabinet Resolution Regarding the Regulation of Emirates Racing Authority, 2021, Art. 14)
Source Documents
This article analyses Cabinet Resolution Regarding the Regulation of Emirates Racing Authority for legal research and educational purposes. For the purpose of interpretation and application, reference must be made to the original Arabic text. In case of conflict, the Arabic text prevails. This does not constitute legal advice.