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Rule changes: clenbuterol and medication control

º£½Ç´óÉñ (BHA) has today confirmed changes to the Rules of Racing around medication control, which have been approved by the BHA Board. These changes, which seek to provide … More 17 Dec 2024

• BHA Features,
• Integrity,
• Welfare

º£½Ç´óÉñ additional Hurdle races at Bangor on Friday following abandonment of Steeple Chases

º£½Ç´óÉñ (BHA) can confirm that the three Steeple Chases scheduled to take place at Bangor-on-Dee’s fixture on Friday 13 December have been abandoned due to damage to the … More 9 Dec 2024

• BHA Features,
• Racing/Fixtures

Shortlists revealed for 2025 Thoroughbred Industry Employee Awards, sponsored by Godolphin

The shortlists have been revealed today for the 2025 Thoroughbred Industry Employees Awards sponsored by Godolphin, following a bumper crop of high-quality nominations. Over 200 entries were received … More 5 Dec 2024

• BHA Features,
• Grassroots

How British racing’s data-driven Racing Risk Models are being used to improve outcomes for racehorses

The Racing Risk Models are produced by independent academic researchers from the Royal Veterinary College (RVC) as part of a collaborative partnership with British racing Focus on increasing understanding … More 4 Dec 2024

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• Welfare

Update regarding recruitment of the BHA Chief Executive

Appointment to be made in the new year to allow newly appointed BHA Chair to input into recruitment process Chief Regulatory Officer Brant Dunshea to take over as acting Chief Executive Officer following … More 3 Dec 2024

• BHA Features

BHA approves amendment to 2025 Fixture List

The BHA has today confirmed an amendment to the 2025 Fixture List following a request from Chelmsford City Racecourse. Chelmsford’s Premier Raceday on Sunday 6 July has been moved to the evening … More 27 Nov 2024

• BHA Features,
• Racing/Fixtures

Update regarding Cheltenham fatalities

Following the tragic events at Cheltenham racecourse on Sunday which saw three horses – Bangers And Cash, Abuffalosoldier and Napper Tandy – lose their lives, the BHA is reviewing each of the … More 21 Nov 2024

• BHA Features,
• Welfare

Application period opens for 35th British Horseracing Development Programme 

Early Career Programme offers a range of opportunities for candidates finishing higher education or those with equivalent skills  2025 British Horseracing Development Programme will mark the 35th running … More 20 Nov 2024

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Alan Switzer appointed BHA Chief Financial Officer

º£½Ç´óÉñ (BHA) has appointed Alan Switzer to the position of Chief Financial Officer. Alan will be part of the BHA Executive team, responsible for managing the organisation’s … More 19 Nov 2024

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Lord Allen of Kensington appointed as the new Chair of the British Horseracing Authority

Lord Allen of Kensington CBE is today confirmed as the new Chair of the British Horseracing Authority. As a highly experienced Chairman, and one of the most prominent business leaders of his generation, … More 13 Nov 2024

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Enhanced online education to support improved safety and wellbeing of British racing’s workforce

º£½Ç´óÉñ (BHA) has today published enhanced online safeguarding and human welfare education as part of ongoing efforts to provide a safe and supportive environment for everyone … More 6 Nov 2024

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BHA’s response to the Budget

Responding to the publication of the Budget on Wednesday 30 October, BHA Director of Communications and Corporate Affairs Greg Swift said: The Treasury’s decision to not increase gambling duties … More 30 Oct 2024

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