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    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

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NEW INSPECTOR OF COURSES APPOINTED

New Inspector of Courses Appointed Published: 11 November 2005 NEW INSPECTOR OF COURSES APPOINTED The Jockey Club has appointed Chris Dennis, currently a part-time Starter, as the new Inspector of Courses … More 11 Nov 2005

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BHB SUPPORTS JOCKEYS’ PHYSIOTHERAPY SERVICE AND LAUNCHES WIDER WELFARE REVIEW

BHB has agreed to provide funding of £30,000 to ensure that the “Flying Physio” service remains available in 2006 at those 14 racecourses from which the Injured Jockeys’ Fund will be withdrawing … More 9 Nov 2005

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ENTRIES OPEN FOR THE 2006 STABLE STAFF OF THE YEAR AWARDS

After their successful launch this year, entries are now open for the 2006 Stable Staff of the Year Awards, which will be held in central London on Tuesday 21st February 2006. Again carrying £50,000 … More 9 Nov 2005

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BHB CHAIRMAN PAYS TRIBUTE TO BEST MATE

BHB Chairman Martin Broughton said: “Best Mate captivated the public with his outstanding Gold Cup treble and the sadness of his death in tragic circumstances will be shared by all racing lovers. … More 3 Nov 2005

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BHB LAUNCHES ORDER OF MERIT FANTASY RACING MANAGER

The British Horseracing Board has today launched an interactive online game; The Order of Merit Fantasy Racing Manager. Designed to promote and raise awareness of the Order of Merit, players build their … More 19 Oct 2005

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OWNER CHARGED WITH MISLEADING A JOCKEY CLUB OFFICIAL

Owner Charged With Misleading a Jockey Club Official Published: 11 October 2005 Racehorse owner Dean Shakespeare has been notified by the Jockey Club that he will be required to attend a Disciplinary … More 11 Oct 2005

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BHB STRENGTHENS ITS CONSUMER FOCUS

The British Horseracing Board’s marketing activity is to benefit from the expertise of a wide range of the sport’s stakeholders on the new British Racing Consumer Committee. The Committee was set … More 10 Oct 2005

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TOP TRAINERS SHOW THEIR SUPPORT FOR ORDER OF MERIT

Paul Nicholls: “I thought the Order of Merit was very well received last year and we were thrilled to win the £50,000 top chaser award with Azertyuiop. We also had a number of other horses in the … More 6 Oct 2005

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INGLIS DREVER 9/4 FAVOURITE TO RETAIN ORDER OF MERIT TITLE

Inaugural Order of Merit Champion Inglis Drever has been installed as 9/4 favourite with totesport to again take top honours in the £300,000 initiative, jointly funded by the British Horseracing Board … More 6 Oct 2005

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JOCKEY CLUB ESTATES ACQUIRES LAMBOURN GALLOPS

Jockey Club Estates Acquires Lambourn Gallops Published: 4 October 2005 Jockey Club Estates Acquires Lambourn Gallops The Jockey Club are to purchase and manage the Lambourn Gallops after a private … More 4 Oct 2005

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BRIAN KAVANAGH APPOINTED CHAIRMAN OF THE EUROPEAN PATTERN COMMITTEE

Brian Kavanagh, Chief Executive of Horse Racing Ireland, has been confirmed as the new Chairman of the European Pattern Committee (EPC), succeeding Tristram Ricketts, who is leaving his position as … More 30 Sep 2005

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JOCKEY CLUB STRENGTHEN EXISTING RULES ON REMOUNTING

Jockey Club Strengthen Existing Rules On Remounting Published: 29 September 2005 The Jockey Club announced today that it will strengthen existing rules regarding the remounting of racehorses and is … More 29 Sep 2005

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