Alterations made to start positions and race distances at Wetherby Racecourse
Following a site visit at Wetherby racecourse by the British Horseracing Authority (BHA) on Monday 10 November, which included remeasuring the Hurdle and Chase courses, it was found that four of the … More 13 Nov 2014
Recommendations from independent review of RoR – Appointment of Paul Jepson as RoR Welfare Consultant
The independent review of the strategy and policy of Retraining of Racehorses (RoR), British racing’s official charity for the welfare of former racehorses, has been completed. The recommendations … More 12 Nov 2014
BHA appoints Director of People and Development
The British Horseracing Authority (BHA) today announces that Carole Goldsmith has been appointed as Director of People and Development, in a role effective from 1 November. Goldsmith has been working … More 11 Nov 2014
Update regarding The Young Master
Following a Stewards Enquiry held at Wincanton racecourse on 8 November 2014 regarding the qualification of The Young Master, winner of the Badger Ales Trophy, to compete in the race, the British Horseracing … More 10 Nov 2014
Nick Rust appointed Chief Executive of the British Horseracing Authority
Nick Rust has been appointed Chief Executive of the British Horseracing Authority (BHA), the sport’s governing and regulatory body. He will join BHA from Ladbrokes PLC, where he is currently Managing … More 5 Nov 2014
Ryan Moore announced as guest presenter for 11th Godolphin Stud and Stable Staff Awards
One of the world’s best jockeys Ryan Moore will present the trophies at the Godolphin Stud and Stable Awards 2015, taking place at the Jumeirah Carlton Tower Hotel in Knightsbridge on Monday 23 February … More 30 Oct 2014
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
