The British Horseracing Authority (BHA) can confirm the transfer of the three Turf races scheduled to take place on the round course at Lingfield Park on Saturday 29 June to the track’s All-Weather … More
26 Jun 2024
Our thoughts are with everyone connected to the horses who suffered fatal injuries yesterday. The loss of any horse is always a dreadful occurrence for the owners, trainers and stable staff who provide … More
26 Jun 2024
The British Horseracing Authority (BHA) has today announced the introduction of a new licence for racehorse syndicators and racing club managers, which aims to further strengthen the regulation of shared … More
13 Jun 2024
“We share in the shock and dismay regarding the images of abhorrent abuse and malpractice from an abattoir in Ireland which was broadcast on RTÉ last night. “Urgent steps must be taken by … More
13 Jun 2024
Julie Harrington has today announced she will leave her job as Chief Executive of the British Horseracing Authority (BHA) at the end of the year after four years in the role. Julie has overseen significant … More
11 Jun 2024
The following minor changes to the Rules of Racing have been approved by the BHA Board and come into effect on 1 July 2024. These Rules have been added or amended to improve clarity and consistency, … More
6 Jun 2024
Dual Boodles Cheltenham Gold Cup winner Galopin Des Champs has retained his crown as the leading Jumps horse in the end-of-season Anglo-Irish Jumps Classifications. The Willie Mullins-trained eight-year-old … More
23 May 2024
During a meeting of the BHA Board on Tuesday 14 May, members agreed that the Sunday evening racing pilot should not be resumed at this time, but that the concept should be revisited when circumstances … More
20 May 2024
The BHA can confirm that Worcester’s fixture on Friday 24 May will be transferred to Hereford. This is due to the ongoing impact of extensive flooding at Worcester over the winter, which requires … More
7 May 2024
Transfer of race surface on the day of a fixture to be allowed in exceptional circumstances Surface switch only permitted when horses, participants and paying customers will be at or travelling to … More
7 May 2024
Responding to the news of the His Majesty The King and Her Majesty The Queen being appointed as patrons of the Jockey Club, Julie Harrington, Chief Executive of the British Horseracing Authority (BHA), … More
4 May 2024
ISSUED ON BEHALF OF THE BLOODSTOCK INTEGRITY FORUM (BIF) Leo Powell, honoured this year at the Irish Thoroughbred Breeders’ Association annual awards for his lifetime contribution to the industry, … More
3 May 2024