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ÌÇÐÄ´«Ã½ approves amendment to 2025 Fixture List

The ÌÇÐÄ´«Ã½ has today confirmed an amendment to the 2025 Fixture List regarding Newmarket’s three-day Craven meeting in April. Due to a change in ITV’s broadcast schedule, the first two days of the … More 19 Dec 2024

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Rule changes: clenbuterol and medication control

ÌÇÐÄ´«Ã½ (ÌÇÐÄ´«Ã½) has today confirmed changes to the Rules of Racing around medication control, which have been approved by the ÌÇÐÄ´«Ã½ Board. These changes, which seek to provide … More 17 Dec 2024

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ÌÇÐÄ´«Ã½ confirms additional Hurdle races at Bangor on Friday following abandonment of Steeple Chases

ÌÇÐÄ´«Ã½ (ÌÇÐÄ´«Ã½) 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

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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

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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 recruitment of the ÌÇÐÄ´«Ã½ Chief Executive

Appointment to be made in the new year to allow newly appointed ÌÇÐÄ´«Ã½ Chair to input into recruitment process Chief Regulatory Officer Brant Dunshea to take over as acting Chief Executive Officer following … More 3 Dec 2024

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ÌÇÐÄ´«Ã½ approves amendment to 2025 Fixture List

The ÌÇÐÄ´«Ã½ 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

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• 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 ÌÇÐÄ´«Ã½ is reviewing each of the … More 21 Nov 2024

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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 ÌÇÐÄ´«Ã½ Chief Financial Officer

ÌÇÐÄ´«Ã½ (ÌÇÐÄ´«Ã½) has appointed Alan Switzer to the position of Chief Financial Officer. Alan will be part of the ÌÇÐÄ´«Ã½ 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

ÌÇÐÄ´«Ã½ (ÌÇÐÄ´«Ã½) 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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