Zilpaterol latest: initial sample results and latest guidance

Please see below the latest update regarding the Zilpaterol feed contamination. Zilpaterol is a Category A Prohibited Substance under the BHA Rules of Racing. Initial sample results Further to the previous … More 8 Oct 2020

• BHA Features,
• Integrity

Mrs Paddy Power Mares’ Chase to replace Novices’ Handicap Chase at The Festival™

Joint press release  Cheltenham Racecourse, together with the British Horseracing Authority, have today confirmed that the new Grade 2 Mrs Paddy Power Mares’ Steeple Chase to be run at The Festival … More 7 Oct 2020

• BHA Features,
• Racing/Fixtures

BHA and industry leaders agree united approach to Levy reform

The British Horseracing Authority (BHA) Board and its member bodies have agreed to take a united approach to government after developing a single set of proposals for reforming the Levy. At a meeting … More 6 Oct 2020

• BHA Features,
• Financial/Political

Zilpaterol feed contamination: latest updates and advice

Please see below the latest guidance in relation to Zilpaterol feed contamination. Zilpaterol is a Category A Prohibited Substance under the BHA Rules of Racing. Advice to trainers who have been feeding … More 6 Oct 2020

• BHA Features,
• Integrity

Rescheduled races from Ascot’s abandoned fixture on Saturday 3 October

Following the abandonment of racing at Ascot on Saturday 3 October the British Horseracing Authority (BHA), in conjunction with York, Goodwood and Nottingham racecourses, are pleased to confirm the … More 5 Oct 2020

• BHA Features,
• Racing/Fixtures

Additional Flat fixtures at Newcastle on 7th October and Wolverhampton on 13th October

The British Horseracing Authority (BHA) has today announced that two additional Flat fixtures will be scheduled in the coming fortnight.  These fixtures are added as part of an ongoing evaluation of … More 2 Oct 2020

• BHA Features,
• Racing/Fixtures

Trial of new jump race start procedures to begin on Monday 5 October

The British Horseracing Authority (BHA) and Professional Jockeys Association (PJA) have today announced a three-month trial of adjusted starting procedures for jump races. From 5 October until 31 December, … More 2 Oct 2020

• BHA Features,
• Racecourse

Stay safe, reduce risk, help protect our industry

A message from Dr Jerry Hill I want to thank you for your ongoing support, understanding and vigilance in following racing’s behind closed doors protocols and helping to safeguard our people and the … More 1 Oct 2020

• BHA Features,
• Racecourse

“Step On Track” programme launched to introduce young people from BAME backgrounds to horseracing

Careers in Racing (CiR), the dedicated careers marketing arm of the British Horseracing Authority (BHA), has today announced the launch of a new programme designed to introduce young people from Black, … More 30 Sep 2020

• BHA Features,
• Grassroots

Addition made to British racing’s Elite Traveller Exemption protocols

The British Horseracing Authority (BHA) has today confirmed an addition to its Elite Traveller Exemption (ETE) protocols for elite sportspeople and essential support staff who are frequent travellers … More 29 Sep 2020

• BHA Features,
• Financial/Political

Philip Freedman appointed Chair of Retraining of Racehorses (RoR)

Joint Press Release The British Horseracing Authority and Retraining of Racehorses (RoR) have today confirmed that Philip Freedman will succeed Paul Roy as the new Chair of the charity. Philip Freedman … More 29 Sep 2020

• BHA Features,
• Welfare

British horseracing faces severe threat after delay to the public’s return to sporting events

The delay to the public’s return to sporting events is a serious blow to the horseracing industry and to the people and communities who depend upon it for their living. Our sport has worked hard with … More 22 Sep 2020

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• Financial/Political