People from ethnically and culturally diverse backgrounds working in British racing are being invited to share their views and experiences of the industry through a short feedback survey. The survey, … More
27 Mar 2024
The following minor changes to the Rules of Racing have been approved by the BHA Board and come into effect immediately (22 March 2024). Some Rules have been simplified to improve clarity and consistency, … More
22 Mar 2024
The BHA can confirm that the fixtures scheduled to take place at Worcester on Tuesday 7 May and Monday 13 May will be transferred to Hereford. Following extensive flooding at Worcester over the winter, … More
20 Mar 2024
British racing has welcomed the decision by the Government to add six crucial racing-related roles to the new Immigration Salary List (ISL). The ISL, which has replaced the former Shortage Occupation … More
18 Mar 2024
The Chief Executive of the British Horseracing Authority (BHA), Julie Harrington, has today issued the following statement regarding British Jump racing, in the aftermath of the 2024 Cheltenham Festival. … More
16 Mar 2024
The British Horseracing Authority (BHA) has approved the transfer of Sedgefield’s fixture on Friday 22 March to Hexham. Following racing on Tuesday, certain parts of the track at Sedgefield require … More
14 Mar 2024
In response to the independent Judicial Panel publishing the written reasons in the case involving Mr Dan Skelton and the horse George Gently, the BHA has issued the following statement: The independent … More
11 Mar 2024
Issued on behalf of the Diversity in Racing Advisory Group Advisory group to help inform diversity and inclusion aspects of industry people strategy Members will provide expert guidance and support … More
8 Mar 2024
The BHA is aware of a social media post by Kieran O’Neill giving an account of the non-negative sweat/saliva samples returned at Southwell racecourse yesterday. The process for handling non-negative … More
6 Mar 2024
Further to the technical issues experienced earlier today, we can confirm that these have been resolved and the Going is again available as normal via Racing Admin. Thank you for your patience and understanding … More
6 Mar 2024
Rod Street, who has been CEO of Great British Racing – racing’s promotional and marketing body – since 2010, will leave the role at the end of April. He will continue to lead British Champions … More
4 Mar 2024
The Irish Horseracing Regulatory Board (IHRB) and British Horseracing Authority (BHA) are pleased to announce a new equine anti-doping & medication control initiative, underpinning their common … More
29 Feb 2024