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The British Horseracing Authority (BHA) enhanced its approach to online safeguarding and human welfare education. In a further push to provide a safe and supportive environment for everyone working in the industry, an e-learning module has now been made available to complete on Racing2Learn. The module was developed through the organisation’s Safeguarding and Human Welfare Strategy – first published in …

BHA Director of Communications and Corporate Affairs, Greg Swift, has said that the government’s decision to not increase gambling duties at this time is welcome given the potential impact on racing’s finances and its workforce.  Responding to the publication of the Autumn 2024 Budget, Swift said the group will now work with the government on next year’s consultation on gambling …

Before a last minute snap election changed everything, British racing’s leaders had been working extremely hard to secure ‘vital’ reform to the Levy. Despite this, the election provided an opportunity for racing to engage with not only a new government, but with a transformed Parliament. Victoria Morgan, Head of Policy and Advocacy at the British Horseracing Association (BHA), speaks of …

The British Horseracing Authority (BHA) has introduced new minimum standards for rider safety equipment. Looking to better protect the sport’s participants against the risk of injury, the Rules of Racing states anyone who rides a horse on the racecourse or under the care of a licensed trainer must wear a BHA-approved helmet and body protector. BHA Chief Medical Adviser, Dr …

The BHA has highlighted the stewarding process, which occurs at every race meet to ensure that what unfolds on the track does so within the Rules of Racing. After the racing takes place, each meeting is overseen by BHA Chief Steward, Stewards’ Panel Chair, BHA Steward and the BHA Assistant Stewards whose job is to discuss and reach a conclusion …

Neil Hayward is stepping down as Chair of the Horseracing Industry People Board (HIPB). After spending almost two years in the position, Haywood will exit the role with the workforce strategy in a ‘well advanced’ position with completion planned before the end of 2024. HIPB also emphasised that there is a high-calibre Board of industry and subject-matter experts appointed to …

The British Horseracing Authority (BHA) has appointed Katie Carr as Head of Environmental Sustainability and Tom Baker as Head of Social Impact. Funded by the Racing Foundation and overseen by the Industry Programme Group, the new roles look to support British horseracing’s long-term strategy by enhancing racing’s positive role in local communities and strengthening the sport’s response to environmental challenges. …

The British Horseracing Authority (BHA) has announced that Tim Naylor is stepping down from his role as Director of Integrity and Regulation.  Having spent seven and a half years at the organisation, Naylor was the first Head of Regulation and oversaw the successful completion of the Rules re-write in 2019.  Meanwhile, he has led the Integrity, Regulatory and Safeguarding teams …

The British Horseracing Authority (BHA) has launched a Code of Conduct for British racing which concerns sponsorship agreements with gambling companies.  Supported by the Racecourse Association (RCA), the new Code fulfils a policy proposal for all sports set out in the Government’s 2023 Gambling White Paper and aims to show the sport’s commitment to ensuring all gambling activity is undertaken …

The British Horseracing Authority (BHA) has introduced a new licence for racehorse syndicators and racing club managers aimed at strengthening the regulation of shared ownership. The licences are part of wider efforts to promote the continued growth of shared ownership, and give members ‘increased confidence’ in how syndicates and racing clubs are managed and regulated. Its introduction follows an extensive …