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British horseracing faces exodus of bettors if intrusive affordability checks are introduced by Gambling Commission, survey finds

Racing survey finds more than a quarter of bettors already forced to undergo affordability checks More than half will stop betting or bet less if new checks are introduced Strong opposition to proposals … More 16 Oct 2023

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• Financial/Political

2024 Fixture List delivers innovation aimed at growing British racing

2024 Fixture List delivers significant change in first phase of the long-term industry strategy Initiatives designed to grow the sport, engage new and existing customers and reverse negative trends … More 10 Oct 2023

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• Racing/Fixtures

Ascot announced as venue and Ed Chamberlin to host 20th anniversary Thoroughbred Industry Employee Awards, sponsored by Godolphin

TIEA ceremony to take place at Ascot Racecourse on Monday 26 February 2024 ITV Racing’s Ed Chamberlin to host milestone 20-year celebration Nominations open until Tuesday 7 November 2023, with £128,500 … More 6 Oct 2023

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Migration Advisory Committee recommends that racing roles be added to the Shortage Occupation List

Six vital roles in the horseracing and breeding industries have been recommended to be added to the Shortage Occupation List (SOL), following the Migration Advisory Committee’s (MAC) review of the … More 3 Oct 2023

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Racing industry launches national survey for racing bettors on affordability checks

Take the survey now – you can make a difference!  ÃÈÃÃÉçÇø, Racing TV, At The Races and the Racing Post have today launched a survey for the betting public to share their … More 22 Sep 2023

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Spot the signs of concussion and safely manage recovery with British racing’s new learning module

Concussion learning module available now for free on Racing2Learn Recommended for those in British racing working in horse-facing roles Offers racing-specific guidance, underpinned by expert medical … More 21 Sep 2023

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• Education/Training

Update on horses racing in the name of Coverdale Stud and Titanium Racing Club

Since May, the BHA has permitted runners through Mr Dance’s business, in the name of Coverdale Stud and Titanium Racing Club, in accordance with the terms of the High Court’s Freezing Order. However, … More 18 Sep 2023

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Nominations open for the 20th Thoroughbred Industry Employee Awards

2024 awards mark 20 years of honouring British racing’s heroes Total prize money of £128,500 on offer across six award categories Nominations are open until Tuesday 7 November 2023 Nominations … More 6 Sep 2023

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BHA statement regarding saunas

Every decision concerning racecourse saunas and rider weight allowances has been based on expert medical evidence and following extensive engagement with and full support from the PJA. This includes … More 16 Aug 2023

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Anna Kerr joins judging panel for 20th anniversary Thoroughbred Industry Employee Awards

The National Stud’s Chief Executive, Anna Kerr, has been appointed to the judging panel for the 2024 Thoroughbred Industry Employee Awards – which this year marks its 20th anniversary of honouring … More 10 Aug 2023

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BHA confirms introduction of new anti-doping saliva and sweat testing pilot

The BHA has today confirmed that a new anti-doping saliva and sweat testing pilot is to commence this month. The previous oral fluid/saliva pilot was suspended in September 2022 and a comprehensive … More 4 Aug 2023

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BHA confirms transfer of Lingfield Park fixtures on 30/8/23 and 16/9/23 to All-Weather course

ÃÈÃÃÉçÇø (BHA) has approved Lingfield Park’s request to switch their fixtures on August 30 and September 16 from turf to the All-Weather in order to allow drainage work … More 1 Aug 2023

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