BHA publishes findings of internal investigation relating to Speculative Bid incident
The British Horseracing Authority (BHA) has today announced that it has concluded its internal investigation into the course of events surrounding the Gigaset International Stakes at Ascot on 25 July, … More 13 Aug 2015
British Horseracing’s 2016 Fixture List published
The British Horseracing Authority (BHA) has today published the Fixture List for 2016, with a total of 1,482 fixtures programmed. The headline elements of the Fixture List are: A total of 1,482 fixtures … More 13 Aug 2015
Statement regarding British Racing’s 2016 Fixture List
British Horseracing’s 2016 Fixture List will be published tomorrow. Ahead of its publication, Nick Rust, Chief Executive of the BHA, has made the following statement: “2016 will be a year of consolidation … More 12 Aug 2015
BHA announces extension to the Reserves deadline
The British Horseracing Authority (BHA) has today announced an extension to the cut-off time that Reserves may be brought into a race. Effective from 5 October 2015, the cut-off time for Reserves moves … More 12 Aug 2015
Chelmsford City 7f races altered to 6f for 17 & 22 August fixtures
Race alterations 17 and 22 August Work to be completed in time for 3 September fixture Chelmsford City Racecourse has today cancelled three seven furlong races programmed for 17 and 22 August as the … More 6 Aug 2015
BHA statement regarding Matthew Hopkins’ application to work in a racing stable while disqualified
In relation to the Disciplinary Panel’s decision not to approve an application from Matthew Hopkins to work in a licensed racing stable shortly after being disqualified for three years, and a … More 5 Aug 2015
Reasons of the Disciplinary Panel regarding Matthew Hopkins’ application to work in a racing stable while disqualified
The Disciplinary Panel of the British Horseracing Authority (BHA) on 25 June 2015 held an enquiry to consider whether or not Matthew Hopkins, a former holder of an Apprentice Jockey’s licence, had … More 5 Aug 2015
BHA appoints Richard Wayman as Chief Operating Officer
The British Horseracing Authority (BHA) today announces that it has appointed Richard Wayman as Chief Operating Officer, filling a key new position – initially publicised as Director of Racing and … More 28 Jul 2015
Mares’ Jump programme receives further boosts
Following the announcement that a Mares’ Novices’ Hurdle has been added to The Cheltenham Festival, the BHA has today outlined further enhancements to the mares’ programme, both in the short and … More 23 Jul 2015
BHA update on 2016 Fixture List
With the process for compiling the 2016 Fixture List having entered the period in which BHA Fixtures are allocated, British Horseracing Authority (BHA) Chief Executive Nick Rust has today provided an … More 15 Jul 2015
Fixture transfers from Great Yarmouth due to ongoing track improvements
Further time required for Turf to recover following course levelling Six fixtures transferred to other venues Following the recent announcement that Great Yarmouth’s turf will not be ready … More 13 Jul 2015
Fergal Lynch video marks move to increase focus on integrity education
The British Horseracing Authority (BHA) has today published an integrity education video featuring jockey Fergal Lynch. The video is intended to be shown to participants in the sport, in particular … More 9 Jul 2015
