€2.6million upgrade on cards for Naas Racecourse

Naas Racecourse is  planning permission a €2.6 million up-grade.

Horse Racing Ireland is contributing €1 million to the project

The track is seeking leave for  two storey pavilion bar and restaurant, offices and a drop-in childcare centre.

The proposal requires the demolition of some existing structures on the Tipper Road site, and a change of use for others.

Kildare planners are due to issue a decision by May 2nd.