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    ÐÔÊӽ紫ýconfirms later start time for Salisbury’s fixture on Thursday 13 August

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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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Neil Hayward appointed as Chair of newly created Industry People Board

Neil Hayward has been appointed as the first chair of racing’s Industry People Board, leading a new function within the sport with the remit of driving and ensuring delivery in efforts to recruit, … More 29 Nov 2022

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British racing’s leaders agree on new governance structure for the sport to deliver unity and strategic leadership

British racing’s leaders have today agreed upon a new governance structure for the sport, which will allow for the development and implementation of a new industry strategy to secure racing’s future.Following … More 14 Nov 2022

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John Ferguson appointed to ÐÔÊӽ紫ýBoard

ÐÔÊӽ紫ý (BHA), the sport’s governing and regulatory body, has today announced that bloodstock agent, former trainer and senior industry figure John Ferguson has been appointed … More 3 Oct 2022

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ÐÔÊӽ紫ýStatement on first runner for His Majesty King Charles III

ÐÔÊӽ紫ýChair Joe Saumarez Smith has today issued the following statement after the declaration of the first horse to carry the Royal colours in the ownership of His Majesty King Charles III: “The loss … More 27 Sep 2022

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British racing’s leaders agree on the need for innovation in the racing product from 2024 and measures to begin to address competitiveness in 2023

ISSUED ON BEHALF OF THE ATTENDEES OF THE INDUSTRY STRATEGY GROUP MEETING Following a two-day industry meeting, racing’s leaders have today issued a joint statement regarding the development of … More 21 Sep 2022

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ÐÔÊӽ紫ýstatement: Her Majesty The Queen

All of British Racing is in mourning today following the passing of Her Majesty The Queen. Her Majesty has been one of the greatest and most influential supporters in the history of horseracing. Her … More 8 Sep 2022

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Greg Swift appointed as new ÐÔÊӽ紫ýDirector of Communications and Corporate Affairs

ÐÔÊӽ紫ý (BHA) has today announced that Greg Swift, an experienced and influential figure in the world of political communications, has been appointed to the position of Director … More 5 Sep 2022

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Summary findings published from initial research into environmental sustainability in British racing

The summary findings and recommendations from an independent assessment of environmental sustainability across British racing and breeding have been published today.  The report, which can be read here, … More 28 Jun 2022

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Alison Enticknap appointed to new position of ÐÔÊӽ紫ýDirector of Strategy and Change

ÐÔÊӽ紫ý (BHA) is pleased to announce that its interim Director of Communications and Corporate Affairs, Alison Enticknap, has been appointed to fulfil the newly-created role … More 9 Jun 2022

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Racing industry to work together to set long term strategy for the sport

Racing’s leaders have pledged to work together over the coming months to set a long-term strategy and priorities for the British racing industry.  The strategy will look at areas including prize … More 1 Jun 2022

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Annamarie Phelps to step down as ÐÔÊӽ紫ýChair at end of term

The Chair of the British Horseracing Authority (BHA), Annamarie Phelps CBE, has announced that she will not be seeking a second term in the role and will be stepping down from the ÐÔÊӽ紫ýBoard when her … More 8 Mar 2022

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ÐÔÊӽ紫ýstands beside Ukraine

ÐÔÊӽ紫ý (BHA) joins many people and organisations across British racing in publicly and wholeheartedly condemning Russian military actions in Ukraine and stands alongside our … More 2 Mar 2022

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