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British racing’s leaders agree on new governance structure for the sport to deliver unity and strategic leadership

British racing’s leaders have today agreed upon a new governance structure for the sport, which will allow for the development and implementation of a new industry strategy to secure racing’s future.Following … More 14 Nov 2022

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John Ferguson appointed to ÌÇÐÄ´«Ã½ Board

ÌÇÐÄ´«Ã½ (ÌÇÐÄ´«Ã½), the sport’s governing and regulatory body, has today announced that bloodstock agent, former trainer and senior industry figure John Ferguson has been appointed … More 3 Oct 2022

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ÌÇÐÄ´«Ã½ Statement on first runner for His Majesty King Charles III

ÌÇÐÄ´«Ã½ Chair Joe Saumarez Smith has today issued the following statement after the declaration of the first horse to carry the Royal colours in the ownership of His Majesty King Charles III: “The loss … More 27 Sep 2022

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British racing’s leaders agree on the need for innovation in the racing product from 2024 and measures to begin to address competitiveness in 2023

ISSUED ON BEHALF OF THE ATTENDEES OF THE INDUSTRY STRATEGY GROUP MEETING Following a two-day industry meeting, racing’s leaders have today issued a joint statement regarding the development of … More 21 Sep 2022

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ÌÇÐÄ´«Ã½ statement: Her Majesty The Queen

All of British Racing is in mourning today following the passing of Her Majesty The Queen. Her Majesty has been one of the greatest and most influential supporters in the history of horseracing. Her … More 8 Sep 2022

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Greg Swift appointed as new ÌÇÐÄ´«Ã½ Director of Communications and Corporate Affairs

ÌÇÐÄ´«Ã½ (ÌÇÐÄ´«Ã½) has today announced that Greg Swift, an experienced and influential figure in the world of political communications, has been appointed to the position of Director … More 5 Sep 2022

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Summary findings published from initial research into environmental sustainability in British racing

The summary findings and recommendations from an independent assessment of environmental sustainability across British racing and breeding have been published today.  The report, which can be read here, … More 28 Jun 2022

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Alison Enticknap appointed to new position of ÌÇÐÄ´«Ã½ Director of Strategy and Change

ÌÇÐÄ´«Ã½ (ÌÇÐÄ´«Ã½) is pleased to announce that its interim Director of Communications and Corporate Affairs, Alison Enticknap, has been appointed to fulfil the newly-created role … More 9 Jun 2022

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Racing industry to work together to set long term strategy for the sport

Racing’s leaders have pledged to work together over the coming months to set a long-term strategy and priorities for the British racing industry.  The strategy will look at areas including prize … More 1 Jun 2022

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Annamarie Phelps to step down as ÌÇÐÄ´«Ã½ Chair at end of term

The Chair of the British Horseracing Authority (ÌÇÐÄ´«Ã½), Annamarie Phelps CBE, has announced that she will not be seeking a second term in the role and will be stepping down from the ÌÇÐÄ´«Ã½ Board when her … More 8 Mar 2022

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ÌÇÐÄ´«Ã½ stands beside Ukraine

ÌÇÐÄ´«Ã½ (ÌÇÐÄ´«Ã½) joins many people and organisations across British racing in publicly and wholeheartedly condemning Russian military actions in Ukraine and stands alongside our … More 2 Mar 2022

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Weighing Room COVID-19 testing requirement to end today

Mandatory COVID-19 testing for Weighing Room entry is to end earlier than scheduled, following the confirmation of changes to self-isolation rules in England. Those working in the Weighing Room from … More 24 Feb 2022

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