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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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Results of enquiries (Keith Dalgleish, Sylvester Kirk, Rebecca Curtis) heard by the Disciplinary Panel on Thursday 1 December

Keith Dalgleish  The Disciplinary Panel of the British Horseracing Authority (BHA) held an enquiry on 1 December 2016 to consider whether or not Keith Dalgleish, a licensed trainer, had committed a … More 1 Dec 2016

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“Helmet Bounty Scheme” enhancements to aid concussion management 

The British Horseracing Authority (BHA) has today announced enhancements to its “Helmet Bounty Scheme”, in conjunction with the British Equestrian Trade Association (BETA). The safety initiative … More 1 Dec 2016

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BHA named “Governing Body of the Year” at the UK Coaching Awards

BHA wins Governing Body of the Year award for its coaching provision at the prestigious UK Coaching Awards BHA Jockey Coach Rodi Greene was also a finalist for the Performance Development Coach of the … More 30 Nov 2016

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Notice of a forthcoming Disciplinary Panel hearing (Martin Harley)

Licensed jockey Martin Harley has been informed that he is required to attend a Disciplinary Panel hearing, on a date to be determined, to consider whether he is in breach of Rule (B)59.4 of the Rules … More 29 Nov 2016

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Record nominations for Godolphin Stud and Stable Staff Awards

22 Nov 2016
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Enquiries (William Turner, Ryan Clark, Jason Ward) heard by the Disciplinary Panel on Thursday 17

William Turner 1. The Disciplinary Panel of the British Horseracing Authority (BHA) held an enquiry on 17 November 2016 into the analysis of the urine ordered to be taken from WHO TOLD JO JO (IRE), … More 17 Nov 2016

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“Northern Lights” series to boost jump racing in the North

Five series aimed at mid-tier jump horses to be programmed at jump racing tracks from Doncaster northwards Series culminate in five £25k Finals to be run on Northern Lights Finals Day at Carlisle racecourse … More 16 Nov 2016

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Godolphin Stud and Stable Staff Awards nomination period closes 5pm today

16 Nov 2016
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Additional Fixture Announced – Musselburgh, Monday, 14 November

7 Races programmed New races to close at noon on Friday, 11 November Following the abandonment of racing at Leicester on Monday, 14 November, the BHA invited applications from racecourses to stage an … More 10 Nov 2016

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Enquiries (I Williams, S Kirk, K Dalgleish, E Dunlop, N Hawke, P Hedger, C McBride, G Moore, P Nicholls, B Powell, N Twiston-Davies) heard by the Disciplinary Panel on Thursday 10 November

Ian Williams 1. On 10 November 2016, the Disciplinary Panel of the British Horseracing Authority (BHA) heard an appeal against the decision by the Doncaster Stewards, following an inquiry on 22 October … More 10 Nov 2016

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Amendments to handicap race conditions to allow greater flexibility for placing horses

Horses rated 1lb or 2lbs higher than allocated ratings bands may be entered into handicaps on flat and jumps as of December 12, at Class 3 and below Horses entered in such a manner will be the first … More 10 Nov 2016

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One week left to nominate for the Godolphin Stud and Stable Staff Awards

Nominations close on Wednesday 16 November £120,000 in prize money on offer to winners and runners up Nominations can be made by anyone within the industry, including trainers, owners, managers and … More 9 Nov 2016

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