BHA update on horses in the ownership of Mr John Dance

While the Financial Conduct Authority’s (FCA) investigation into Mr Dance continues, it has agreed to sufficient ongoing funds being released to cover the costs of Mr Dance’s racing operations, … More 22 May 2023

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Bravemansgame free to be declared after sale approved

The Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) has today informed the British Horseracing Authority (BHA) that it has agreed to the sale, following an independent valuation, of Mr Dance’s 50% share of Bravemansgame. … More 24 Apr 2023

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Comments from the BHA in response to the findings of the Whip Review Committee

Speaking in regards to the findings of the Whip Review Committee in relation to rides from 13 – 19 February, the BHA issued the following comments: David Jones, Chair of the Whip Consultation … More 22 Feb 2023

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British racing’s revised whip rules to be implemented in Jump racing on 13 February

The implementation date for the revised whip rules in Jump racing is this Monday, 13 February. Throughout the bedding-in period we have worked with the PJA and jockeys to identify where improvements … More 10 Feb 2023

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BHA implements changes to incoming whip rules

The British Horseracing Authority (BHA) has, following a recent Board Meeting, introduced adjustments to the rule changes regarding the use of the whip in British racing. The changes are: The rule which … More 4 Jan 2023

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Minor changes to Rules of Racing | November 2022

Please see below several minor changes to the Rules of Racing, which come into effect immediately or on the dates specified. If you have any queries, please contact: [email protected] … More 11 Nov 2022

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“Respect in Racing” campaign launched by British racing industry

ISSUED ON BEHALF OF THE INDUSTRY’S RESPECT IN RACING WORKING PARTY British horseracing has today launched a new campaign that reflects the industry’s collective ambition to promote the highest standards … More 22 Sep 2022

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BHA statement regarding Robbie Dunne appeal result

In response to the outcome of today’s appeal hearing in front of the independent Appeal Board, the British Horseracing Authority (BHA) have issued the below statement. The appeal by Robbie Dunne … More 30 Mar 2022

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Whip Consultation project update

The British Horseracing Authority (BHA) has today provided an update regarding the progress of the project to consult on, and review, the use of the whip in British horseracing.The initial consultation … More 27 Jan 2022

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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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BHA statement following today’s ruling of the independent Disciplinary Panel

The British Horseracing Authority (BHA) welcomes the finding of the independent Disciplinary Panel that jockey Robbie Dunne is in breach of four counts of Rule (J)19 and to impose an 18 month suspension upon … More 9 Dec 2021

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Notice of an Enquiry (R. Dunne) to be heard by the Disciplinary Panel from Tuesday 30 November

The independent Disciplinary Panel of the British Horseracing Authority will convene from Tuesday 30 November 2021, with five additional dates reserved, to consider whether Licensed Jockey Robbie … More 22 Nov 2021

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