BHA regulatory update
Following the UK Government’s publication of a provisional timeline for the return of sport, Racing’s industry leaders are now planning for racing to resume behind closed doors on 1 June. The … More 21 May 2020
Increased flexibility and efficiency for rider breath testing programme
The British Horseracing Authority (BHA) has today announced that the breath testing of riders for the presence of alcohol will be carried out by BHA staff rather than an external supplier. This is to … More 26 Feb 2020
BHA statement regarding Sandown appeals
The stop race procedures are essential to protect the safety of horses and jockeys, and the medical or veterinary staff who may be treating them on the racecourse. The position of the stewards at Sandown … More 17 Dec 2019
Amended breach and penalty agreed in relation to Charlie Bennett Appeal
The independent Disciplinary Panel of the British Horseracing Authority (BHA) issued a notice earlier today for an Appeal due to take place tomorrow: “The independent Disciplinary Panel of the … More 17 Apr 2019
BHA statement following Declan Lavery Appeal
The BHA accepts the findings of the independent Disciplinary Panel in today’s appeal hearing. It is the view of the BHA that the Rules should be a proactive and preventative measure to avoid horses … More 21 Mar 2019
Revised and more accessible Rules of Racing to be implemented from 1 September
The British Horseracing Authority (BHA) has today explained the reasoning behind the project to re-write of the Rules of Racing, which is nearing completion, and confirmed further details about how … More 28 Feb 2019
BHA statement regarding Andrea Atzeni
Andrea Atzeni was suspended for two days for a riding offence at Longchamp racecourse in France on 6 October. The penalty imposed by France Galop is scheduled to run on 20 and 21 October. The BHA reciprocated … More 19 Oct 2018
BHA Statement following Timothy Brennan result
The BHA has a duty to protect the integrity of our sport and the interests of the betting public. That means we will investigate and act where we become aware of suspicious betting activity. Those who … More 19 Jul 2018
Notice of a forthcoming Disciplinary Panel hearing (Timothy Brennan)
On Monday 16 and Tuesday 17 July 2018 the Disciplinary Panel of the British Horseracing Authority will convene to consider charges against an Irish-based individual, Timothy Brennan. Timothy Brennan … More 21 May 2018
BHA Statement regarding charges issued against Timothy Brennan
The Disciplinary Panel of the British Horseracing Authority (BHA) has today confirmed that it will meet to consider charges which have been issued against an Irish-based individual, Timothy Brennan. … More 21 May 2018
Additional Flat fixture at Wolverhampton on Monday 30 April
The British Horseracing Authority (BHA) has today announced that an additional Flat fixture will take place on the afternoon of Monday 30 April at Wolverhampton Racecourse. This is to replace the Flat … More 24 Apr 2018
BHA appoints Brant Dunshea as Chief Regulatory Officer
The British Horseracing Authority has chosen Brant Dunshea to be its new Chief Regulatory Officer. He succeeds Jamie Stier who has returned to Australia to take up a post with Racing Victoria. Brant … More 20 Apr 2018
