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Simon Cox appointed new ÐÔÊӽ紫ýChair

Simon Cox has been appointed as the new independent non-executive Chair of the British Horseracing Authority (BHA). He will assume his position on 1 October 2026. A passionate owner-breeder and accomplished … More 22 Jul 2026

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Dr Jim Walker joins ÐÔÊӽ紫ýBoard

ÐÔÊӽ紫ý (BHA) has today confirmed that Racehorse Owners Association (ROA) Chair Dr Jim Walker has been appointed to the ÐÔÊӽ紫ýBoard with immediate effect. Dr Walker joins as … More 17 Jul 2026

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Helen Bryce appointed ÐÔÊӽ紫ýGeneral Counsel

ÐÔÊӽ紫ý (BHA) has confirmed that Helen Bryce has been appointed General Counsel and Company Secretary, effective from 1 August 2026. Helen will oversee all legal, compliance, … More 25 Mar 2026

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All in the Race: British Horseracing Authority launches new cross-industry Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Strategy and publishes ethnicity research

ÐÔÊӽ紫ý (BHA) has today announced the launch of All in the Race, a new Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Strategy designed to ensure British racing is an inclusive, safe and … More 19 Mar 2026

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Brant Dunshea appointed ÐÔÊӽ紫ýChief Executive Officer, with David Jones confirmed Interim Chair

ÐÔÊӽ紫ý (BHA) has confirmed the permanent appointment of Brant Dunshea as Chief Executive Officer. Brant has been leading the ÐÔÊӽ紫ýin an acting capacity since December 2024 following … More 5 Mar 2026

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Statement: Lord Allen

ÐÔÊӽ紫ý regrets to announce that Lord (Charles) Allen has resigned as Chair. Lord Allen had been nominated as Chair late in 2024 after a search. He took up his post in September … More 3 Mar 2026

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Powering positive change: British horseracing’s social impact strategy

Horseracing is embedded in communities across the country and the sport’s new social impact strategy sets out an industry-wide approach to enhancing our positive impact on people and society. Launched … More 3 Oct 2025

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Racing Resilient: an environmental strategy for British racing

New industry-wide plan to shape racing’s sustainable future Four clear areas of focus: carbon, water, nature, and resources & waste First phase of five-year plan focusing on data gathering and … More 25 Sep 2025

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Paul Johnson joins ÐÔÊӽ紫ýBoard

ÐÔÊӽ紫ý (BHA) has confirmed that National Trainers Federation (NTF) Chief Executive Paul Johnson has been appointed to the ÐÔÊӽ紫ýBoard. Joining the Board as one of the two Member-Nominated … More 2 Sep 2025

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