Simon Cox appointed new BHA Chair

Simon Cox has been appointed as the new independent non-executive Chair of the British Horseracing Authority (BHA). He will assume his position on 1 October 2026. A passionate owner-breeder and accomplished … More 22 Jul 2026

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David Williams appointed Chair of the Horseracing Bettors Forum

ISSUED ON BEHALF OF THE HORSERACING BETTORS FORUM The Horseracing Bettors Forum (HBF) has today confirmed that David Williams has been appointed its new Chair with immediate effect. Williams takes over … More 21 Jul 2026

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Dr Jim Walker joins BHA Board

The British Horseracing Authority (BHA) has today confirmed that Racehorse Owners Association (ROA) Chair Dr Jim Walker has been appointed to the BHA Board with immediate effect. Dr Walker joins as … More 17 Jul 2026

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BHA confirms abandonment of Musselburgh’s fixture on Tuesday 21 July

The British Horseracing Authority (BHA) can confirm that Musselburgh’s fixture on Tuesday 21 July has been abandoned. The decision has been approved by the BHA Course Inspectorate due to an issue … More 16 Jul 2026

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Fewer false starts and clearer starting processes are the aims of recommendations from the review of starts at the Cheltenham Festival

The British Horseracing Authority (BHA) has today announced a series of recommendations for changes which are designed to improve the starts at both Cheltenham racecourse and across Jump racing in general. … More 16 Jul 2026

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BHA confirms the transfer of three Chelmsford City fixtures

The British Horseracing Authority (BHA) can confirm that three upcoming fixtures scheduled to take place at Chelmsford City Racecourse (CCR) have been transferred. The fixtures will move to the following … More 8 Jul 2026

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BHA statement regarding Gambling Commission announcement on financial risk assessments

Speaking in regards to the Gambling Commission’s announcement that it intends to implement affordability checks on bettors in the United Kingdom, Brant Dunshea, Chief Executive of the British Horseracing … More 7 Jul 2026

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BHA confirms additional Flat fixture at Wolverhampton on Friday 17 July

The British Horseracing Authority (BHA) can confirm that an additional Flat fixture has been scheduled at Wolverhampton on Friday 17 July. This follows the Jockey Club’s announcement earlier this … More 3 Jul 2026

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BHA confirms ITV-backed changes to Christmas period fixtures

The BHA has confirmed a number of changes to the 2026 Christmas fixture schedule to deliver four consecutive days of ITV racing coverage from 26 December to 29 December, making more effective use of … More 2 Jul 2026

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Golden Mile Racing Ltd: BHA Statement

The independent Licensing Committee has today published its initial findings from an appeal hearing that was held this week regarding the decision of the BHA Board to reject an application for a racecourse … More 26 Jun 2026

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BHA confirms later start time for Windsor’s fixture on Saturday 27 June

The British Horseracing Authority (BHA) can confirm that Windsor’s fixture on Saturday 27 June will be staged later to avoid racing during the hottest part of the day. The first race will now be at … More 24 Jun 2026

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Fixtures at Yarmouth and Doncaster to start earlier on Friday 26 June

The British Horseracing Authority (BHA) can confirm that Yarmouth and Doncaster’s fixtures on Friday 26 June will be staged earlier in the day to avoid racing when temperatures are at their highest. … More 24 Jun 2026

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