Rule changes: clenbuterol and medication control

The British Horseracing Authority (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

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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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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

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Minor changes to the Rules of Racing | June 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

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BHA and Point to Point Authority joint statement regarding Keagan Kirkby

Following the tragic incident at Charing Point-to-Point on Sunday 4 February, the British Horseracing Authority (BHA) and Point-to-Point Authority (PPA) issued the following joint statement: “The … More 5 Feb 2024

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Statement from Julie Harrington regarding Keagan Kirkby

In reaction to the tragic news confirmed today by the Injured Jockeys Fund that Keagan Kirkby, 25, has died following a fall at Charing Point-to-Point in Kent, BHA Chief Executive Julie Harrington issued … More 4 Feb 2024

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Passport amnesty period launched by Weatherbys for thoroughbred owners as inaugural census reaches 4,500 submissions

Weatherbys General Stud Book has launched a period of amnesty throughout November for owners of former racehorses needing to update their horse’s equine identification document (passport) Throughout … More 1 Nov 2023

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Thoroughbred census launched by British racing’s Horse Welfare Board and Hartpury University

Britain’s first ever thoroughbred census launched to help improve traceability of former racehorses after they retire from the sport   Census to be carried out by equine research experts at Hartpury … More 28 Jun 2023

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BHA statement following the 2023 Grand National

Following the 2023 running of the Grand National, Julie Harrington, the Chief Executive Officer of the BHA, said: “Our thoughts are with everyone connected to the horses who suffered fatal injuries … More 16 Apr 2023

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Comments from the BHA in response to the findings of the Whip Review Committee

Speaking in regards to the findings of the Whip Review Committee in relation to rides from 13 – 19 February, the BHA issued the following comments: David Jones, Chair of the Whip Consultation … More 22 Feb 2023

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British racing’s revised whip rules to be implemented in Jump racing on 13 February

The implementation date for the revised whip rules in Jump racing is this Monday, 13 February. Throughout the bedding-in period we have worked with the PJA and jockeys to identify where improvements … More 10 Feb 2023

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Enhanced veterinary protocols for 2023 Grand National

Revised protocol builds on existing pre-race veterinary procedures Allows more time for engagement between the BHA, trainers and veterinarians New online system aims to improve and simplify the process … More 3 Feb 2023

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