Apprentice jockey David Parkes looks to secure Racing Excellence double this weekend
The last two finals for this season’s Flat Racing Excellence Series will be held this weekend, with apprentice David Parkes, 22, leading both Series. David will ride tomorrow (Friday 24 October) at … More 23 Oct 2014
Padded Hurdle design trial extended to Taunton Racecourse
The British Horseracing Authority (BHA) and Taunton Racecourse have today announced that it will continue the trial of the ‘One-Fit’ padded hurdle design, following two successful Summer Jumping … More 23 Oct 2014
BHA REVEALS INITIATIVES TO ADDRESS SMALL-FIELD RACES
Following the publication of the 2015 Fixture List, the British Horseracing Authority (BHA) has today announced a series of measures designed to address issues regarding the increasing number of uncompetitive, … More 21 Oct 2014
British Horseracing’s 2015 Fixture List Published
The British Horseracing Authority (BHA) has today published the Fixture List for 2015, with a total of 1,471 fixtures programmed. Paul Bittar, BHA Chief Executive, said: “It is fitting that the 2015 … More 20 Oct 2014
BHA announces opening of applications for the 25th British Horseracing Graduate Development Programme
Applications open until 11 January 2015 Two-week training course in Newmarket, followed by eight-week paid industry placement Placement sponsorship opportunities are still available 2015 will be the … More 17 Oct 2014
Disciplinary Panel finding regarding an application for non-reciprocation of penalty by Silvestre de Sousa
1. On 13 October 2014 the Disciplinary Panel of the British Horseracing Authority (BHA) considered an application under Rule (A)67.2 by Silvestre de Sousa for relief against the consequence of being … More 14 Oct 2014
1st4sport appointed as new Awarding Body for Industry Qualifications
The British Horseracing Authority (BHA) has today announced that the awarding body “1st4sport Qualifications” has been appointed as the new official awarding organisation for the Racing and Breeding … More 14 Oct 2014
Changes to Jump Race Starting Procedures
The British Horseracing Authority (BHA) has today confirmed the details of amendments to starting procedures for Jump races, which will be written into the Rules of Racing and come into effect from … More 9 Oct 2014
New Judging Panel announced for the 2015 Godolphin Stud and Stable Staff Awards
The revised and extended Panel of judges for the 11th annual Godolphin Stud and Stable Staff Awards has today been confirmed. The Panel this year increases from six to 12 members and consists of a cross-section … More 9 Oct 2014
Disciplinary Panel result and reasons regarding Pat Cosgrave
1. On 26 September 2014 the Disciplinary Panel of the British Horseracing Authority (BHA) heard an application under Rule (A)67.2 by Pat Cosgrave for relief against the consequence of being placed on … More 30 Sep 2014
BHA statement regarding Pat Cosgrave’s application for non-reciprocation of penalty
The Disciplinary Panel of the British Horseracing Authority (BHA) has today upheld Pat Cosgrave’s application that following his placing on the forfeit list by the Emirates Racing Authority (ERA) his … More 26 Sep 2014
Statement from BHA Chairman Steve Harman regarding Toby Balding
On behalf of BHA: “It is extremely sad news to learn of Toby Balding’s passing. “Toby made a remarkable contribution to every facet of the racing industry, from his many notable successes … More 26 Sep 2014
