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    Result of enquiries (J. O’Shea, J. Osborne  and L. Cumani) heard by the Disciplinary  Panel on Thursday 2 February

    In Absence – John O’Shea 1.    The Disciplinary Panel of the British Horseracing Authority on 2 February 2017 held an enquiry to establish whether or not John O’Shea, a licensed trainer, … More 2 Feb 2017

    Results of enquiries (Neil Mulholland and John Jenkins) heard by the Disciplinary Panel on 19 January

    Neil Mulholland 1.    The Disciplinary Panel of the British Horseracing Authority on 19 January 2017 held an enquiry to establish whether or not Neil Mulholland, a licensed trainer, had committed … More 19 Jan 2017

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British Racing’s Community Engagement grew by 44% in 2021

Over a quarter of British racecourses served as vaccination hubs On behalf of Racing Together British racing’s community activity grew by 44% in 2021 according to its Directory of Community Engagement … More 5 Jan 2022

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Finalists for the 2022 Godolphin Stud & Stable Staff Awards revealed

The 18 finalists for the 2022 Godolphin Stud & Stable Staff Awards have been confirmed today, Wednesday 5 January.Hundreds of nominations from across the racing and breeding industry were whittled … More 5 Jan 2022

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Update: Lateral Flow Testing for Weighing Room entry

Recognising the difficulty some participants and officials have had in ordering Lateral Flow Tests (LFTs), the racing industry COVID-19 Group has temporarily deferred the requirement, announced earlier … More 1 Jan 2022

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Negative Lateral Flow Test (LFT) to be required for Weighing Room entry

From Wednesday 5 January 2022, everyone entering the Weighing Room complex on a raceday will be required to present on arrival evidence of a negative Lateral Flow Test (LFT). This additional safeguard … More 30 Dec 2021

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BHA confirms addition of Jump fixture at Southwell on Monday 3 January

The BHA has today confirmed the addition of a Jump fixture at Southwell on Monday 3 January 2022.The seven-race card will close for entries at noon on Tuesday 28 December before declarations are taken … More 21 Dec 2021

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Joint statement on behalf of the BHA and jockey Oisin Murphy

Having been made aware of a possible breach by Oisin Murphy of coronavirus protocols relating to travel in September 2020, the British Horseracing Authority (BHA) conducted a detailed investigation. … More 16 Dec 2021

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Tom Byrne appointed as BHA Head of Racing and Betting

The British Horseracing Authority (BHA) has today announced the appointment of Tom Byrne as Head of Racing and Betting. Tom will join the BHA from the Horserace Betting Levy Board (HBLB), where he has … More 16 Dec 2021

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BHA confirms 2022 fixture list changes following announcement of return of Racing League

The BHA has today confirmed a number of changes to the 2022 fixture list that have come about in order to accommodate the Racing League, which was confirmed last week as returning for a second year.A … More 15 Dec 2021

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New COVID-19 measures coming into effect from tomorrow – Wednesday 15 December

British racing is prepared for the introduction of COVID status certification at racecourses in England from Wednesday 15 December, following the publication of updated UK Government guidance for sports … More 14 Dec 2021

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British racing unites in commitment around industry conduct

The major stakeholder bodies of British horseracing have today issued a joint statement regarding the conduct of those who work in the sport, and a commitment to take wide-ranging action to offer support … More 14 Dec 2021

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Nine further racing organisations sign up to Diversity and Inclusion Industry Commitment

Diversity in Racing Steering Group announce launch of first Diversity and Inclusion e-learning module for 2022  The Diversity in Racing Steering Group (DiRSG) has today published its 2021 Annual Update which … More 13 Dec 2021

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British racing industry update on COVID certification

British Racing’s COVID-19 Industry Group has issued the following update in response to the UK Government’s confirmation that England will move to Plan B of its COVID-19 Autumn and Winter Plan. … More 10 Dec 2021

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