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BACKGROUND AND STATEMENT FROM PAUL BITTAR REGARDING THE BEN GUNN REVIEW

In response to the article in today’s Racing Post (10 April 2014) below is background to the report compiled by Ben Gunn and the statement which was provided to the newspaper by Paul Bittar. The Ben … More 10 Apr 2014

NOTICE OF FORTHCOMING DISCIPLINARY PANEL HEARINGS (GAVIN SHEEHAN, CARL LLEWELLYN, RAY WILLIAMS)

9.30 am – Gavin Sheehan The Disciplinary Panel of the British Horseracing Authority (BHA) on Thursday 10 April 2014 will consider an appeal lodged by Gavin Sheehan, the rider of DOLATULO (FR), … More 9 Apr 2014

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BRITISH RACING AND THE AINTREE GRAND NATIONAL

The welfare of the sport’s equine and human participants is paramount to British Horseracing and remains the over-riding priority for all those involved with the staging of the Grand National meeting. … More 1 Apr 2014

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BHA CONCLUDES INQUIRY INTO 2013 KING’S STAND STAKES

The British Horseracing Authority (BHA) has today announced the conclusion of its inquiries into an alleged post-race incident following the running of the 2013 Kings Stand Stakes at Royal Ascot on … More 1 Apr 2014

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NOTICE OF A FORTHCOMING DISCIPLINARY PANEL HEARING (CARL LLEWELLYN)

The Disciplinary Panel of the British Horseracing Authority (BHA) will hold an enquiry on 3 April 2014 to determine whether Carl Llewellyn, a registered individual, has acted in breach of the following … More 29 Mar 2014

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ARC SIGN PRIZE MONEY AGREEMENT

  • Issued on behalf of the Horsemen’s Group, Arena Racing Company and the British Horseracing Authority
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DOWN TO THE WIRE FOR THE ALL-WEATHER APPRENTICE HANDS AND HEELS SERIES FINAL

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FUTURE FUNDING OF BRITISH RACING RECEIVES SUBSTANTIAL BOOST FROM 2014 BUDGET

  • Chancellor George Osborne announces consultation later this year on Levy reform, with options including a Racing Right
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CLARE BALDING ANNOUNCED AS PATRON OF RETRAINING OF RACEHORSES

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BHA ANNOUNCES FINDINGS OF PHILIP FENTON INVESTIGATION

  • Investigation found no evidence that Fenton’s Cheltenham-entered horses have been administered with anabolic steroids
  • Investigation included testing, interview … More 5 Mar 2014
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BHA WELCOMES GOVERNMENT SUPPORT TO BRING OFFSHORE LEVY PAYMENTS TO BRITISH RACING

  • Government last night announced its intention to amend the Gambling (Licensing and Advertising) Bill and ensure all remote operators contributing to Levy
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LEANNE MASTERTON CROWNED EMPLOYEE OF THE YEAR AT GODOLPHIN STUD AND STABLE STAFF AWARDS 2014

Following a gala evening ceremony celebrating the tenth anniversary of the Godolphin Stud and Stable Staff Awards, Leanne Masterton, Travelling Head Girl for Andrew Balding, has been named as Employee … More 25 Feb 2014

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