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    Interview with Sarah Guest: Employee of the Year at the 2023 Thoroughbred Industry Employee Awards

    21 Mar 2023

    Handicapper’s Blog: Cheltenham Festival Round-Up

    21 Mar 2023
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    BHA confirms transfer of fixture from Newcastle to Hexham on 30 March

    10 Mar 2023

    Transparent declaration tracking available on BHA Website

    10 Mar 2023
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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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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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Enhanced veterinary protocols for 2023 Grand National

Revised protocol builds on existing pre-race veterinary procedures Allows more time for engagement between the BHA, trainers and veterinarians New online system aims to improve and simplify the process … More 3 Feb 2023

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Bedding-in period for new whip rules in Jump racing extended by one week

Following a constructive meeting with the Professional Jockeys Association (PJA) and a selection of jockeys as part of the ongoing dialogue during the bedding-in period, the British Horseracing Authority … More 27 Jan 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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Racing Foundation grants £3million to Horse Welfare Board to drive forward equine welfare projects across British racing

ISSUED ON BEHALF OF THE HORSE WELFARE BOARD 16th November 2022: The Racing Foundation has awarded the Horse Welfare Board a grant of £3million over three years to support its cross-industry work to … More 16 Nov 2022

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British Racing partners with HEROS to expand its safety net and begins roll-out of further aftercare initiatives

ON BEHALF OF THE HORSE WELFARE BOARD HEROS, the aftercare and retraining specialist centre based in Oxfordshire, has been appointed as the new primary partner for British Horseracing’s official welfare … More 20 Jul 2022

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Race times alteration for Cartmel’s fixture on Monday 18 July

The BHA and Cartmel Racecourse have agreed that Monday’s seven-race Jumps fixture will be staged earlier in the day due to the forecast high temperatures. Racing will now begin at 12.00pm, with … More 16 Jul 2022

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BHA confirms abandonment of five fixtures following Met Office extreme heat warning

The British Horseracing Authority (BHA) has today confirmed that Monday’s meetings at Beverley and Windsor and the Tuesday fixtures at Chelmsford City, Southwell and Wolverhampton have been abandoned … More 15 Jul 2022

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Improving standards and enhanced deterrents at the heart of 20 recommendations published as part of British horseracing’s whip report

The British Horseracing Authority (BHA) has today published 20 recommendations relating to the use of the whip in British racing. The recommendations were proposed by the Whip Consultation Steering … More 12 Jul 2022

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Weights to rise by 2lbs, with jockey safety allowance increasing to 4lbs

The BHA has confirmed that the 3lbs COVID allowance will be replaced with an across-the-board 2lbs rise in published weights, with the current 3lb back protector allowance rising to a general 4lbs … More 7 Mar 2022

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BHA announces revised safeguarding measures for British racing

The BHA has today announced revised safeguarding measures for British racing, which are focused on protecting the sport’s most vulnerable participants. Revised policy and regulations have been … More 24 Feb 2022

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