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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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Qatar Goodwood Cup and Ascot’s Queen Vase upgraded as part of British racing’s long-term plan to safeguard the staying breed

The British Horseracing Authority (BHA) and British racing have today welcomed the European Pattern Committee (EPC)’s approvals for its applications to upgrade prominent stayers’ races across Europe, … More 1 Feb 2017

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BHA handicapping trial aims to support Conditions Stakes races and provide better balance to race programme

In 2017, following the running of one of the around 40 eligible Conditions Stakes races run during the flat turf season, the handicapper will only be able to increase the rating of the winner of the … More 30 Jan 2017

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BHA handicapping trial aims to support Conditions Stakes races and provide better balance to race programme

In 2017, following the running of one of the around 40 eligible Conditions Stakes races run during the flat turf season, the handicapper will only be able to increase the rating of the winner of the … More 30 Jan 2017

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British owners offered unique opportunity to design their own bespoke racing colours

As the next phase in a drive to liberalise owners’ colours, the British Horseracing Authority (BHA) has today announced a trial that will provide owners with the unique chance to design their own … More 23 Jan 2017

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British owners offered unique opportunity to design their own bespoke racing colours

As the next phase in a drive to liberalise owners’ colours, the British Horseracing Authority (BHA) has today announced a trial that will provide owners with the unique chance to design their own … More 23 Jan 2017

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Finalists for Godolphin Stud and Stable Staff Awards 2017 announced 

Following this year’s record nominations, the British Horseracing Authority (BHA) has today announced the finalists for the Godolphin Stud and Stable Staff Awards 2017. The panel of 12 judges have … More 6 Jan 2017

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Finalists for Godolphin Stud and Stable Staff Awards 2017 announced 

Following this year’s record nominations, the British Horseracing Authority (BHA) has today announced the finalists for the Godolphin Stud and Stable Staff Awards 2017. The panel of 12 judges have … More 6 Jan 2017

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“Northern Lights” series to boost jump racing in the North

Five series aimed at mid-tier jump horses to be programmed at jump racing tracks from Doncaster northwards Series culminate in five £25k Finals to be run on Northern Lights Finals Day at Carlisle racecourse … More 16 Nov 2016

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Amendments to handicap race conditions to allow greater flexibility for placing horses

Horses rated 1lb or 2lbs higher than allocated ratings bands may be entered into handicaps on flat and jumps as of December 12, at Class 3 and below Horses entered in such a manner will be the first … More 10 Nov 2016

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Ownership reforms set for spring launch

The British Horseracing Authority (BHA) has today announced plans to launch a package of initiatives in spring 2017 to overhaul, simplify and modernise the administration of racehorse ownership. Following … More 25 Oct 2016

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“Challenge Accepted” as popular Challenger Series returns for second season

As the 2016/17 jump season begins to hot up, racing tomorrow at Worcester sees the return of the popular “Challenger Series”. The Challenger Series was launched in the 2015/16 jumps season as a … More 18 Oct 2016

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Judges announced for the 2017 Godolphin Stud and Stable Staff Awards 

Four new judges join the judging panel. Five weeks to go until nominations close on Wednesday 16 November 2016. The twelve judges that make up the panel form an integral part of the prestigious Godolphin … More 18 Oct 2016

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