Tag Archives: Julie Harrington

Hayward leaves HIPB with workforce strategy in ‘well advanced’ position

SBC News Hayward leaves HIPB with workforce strategy in ‘well advanced’ position

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 …

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Tim Naylor departs BHA integrity role

Checks could ‘decimate’ racing: stakeholders re-raise affordability concerns

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 …

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BHA: Julie Harrington to exit as CEO by end of year

SBC News BHA: Julie Harrington to exit as CEO by end of year

The British Horseracing Authority (BHA) has announced that Julie Harrington will end her tenure as CEO of UK racing’s governing body at the end of the year. Harrington will complete four years as Chief Executive of the BHA, during which she led the organisation through regulatory transitions and significant changes to its operations and stakeholder relationships. As the former Chief …

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BHA to monitor Pilot proceedings as Government is reminded of Levy pledge

SBC News BHA to monitor Pilot proceedings as Government is reminded of Levy pledge

The British Horseracing Authority (BHA) will closely monitor the forthcoming developments of the UK Gambling Commission’s (UKGC) pilot scheme and timeline to implement affordability checks. The governing body of British racing has issued its response to yesterday’s announcement by the Gambling Commission that it would roll out its pilot scheme on “frictionless customer affordability checks” from August 2024, initiating a …

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BHA seeks ‘culturally diverse’ input on British horse racing experience

PA Betting Services acquires iRaceMedia for stronger Asian foothold

The British Horseracing Authority (BHA) has invited people from ethnically and culturally diverse backgrounds working in racing to share their views.  A short survey form, funded by the Racing Foundation, has now been opened is completely anonymous and will run until 31 May 2024. The BHA is seeking experiences of the industry via the survey. BHA Chief Executive, Julie Harrington, …

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BHA notes concerns on Irish dominance of Grade-1 racing

SBC News BHA notes concerns on Irish dominance of Grade-1 racing

Julie Harrington, CEO of the British Horseracing Authority (BHA), has issued a statement regarding British Jump racing following the 2024 Cheltenham Festival. The BHA has voiced concerns over British Jump racing after Ireland dominated the Grade 1 racing at the 2024 Cheltenham Festival, where Irish trainer Wille Mullins surpassed 100 total Festival wins, emphasising the lack of competition that British trainers pose. …

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BHA: Rod Street to step down as CEO of Great British Racing

SBC News BHA: Rod Street to step down as CEO of Great British Racing

The British Horseracing Authority (BHA) has informed that Rod Street has chosen to step down as CEO of Great British Racing Limited (GBR). Street will depart GBR at the end of April, concluding his 12-year tenure leading the promotional and marketing duties of British racing. GBR Limited is the sport’s marketing and promotional body and is a 50/50 joint commercial …

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BHA: Parliament must address racing realities on affordability checks 

SBC News BHA: Parliament must address racing realities on affordability checks 

The Petitions Committee has confirmed that Parliament will debate British horseracing’s concerns on affordability and financial risk checks on 26 February. The date was scheduled following a petition led by Nevin Truesdale, Chief Executive of The Jockey Club, reaching the requirement of 100,000 signatures needed for parliamentary debate. Endorsed by British racing stakeholders, the petition called on the UK government …

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Julie Harrington, BHA: “Great racing in Britain is enjoyed far and wide”

SBC News Julie Harrington, BHA: “Great racing in Britain is enjoyed far and wide”

The British Horseracing Authority (BHA) has emphasised the importance of the UK horse racing sector as a global sport, but also acknowledging an urgent need to maximise engagement in the domestic market. The British Racing’s Sports Economy Breeders’ Cup Trade Mission on 1 November began with a welcome reception held in California, which BHA CEO, Julie Harrington, addressed with an …

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BHA backs 2024 fixtures list promoting Premier Racedays

SBC News BHA backs 2024 fixtures list promoting Premier Racedays

British racing will undertake significant changes and customer-facing innovations following publication of the British Horseracing Authority (BHA) 2024 Fixture List.  A key directive of the BHA and its stakeholders, the 2024 fixtures list will showcase new initiatives designed to grow racing, by engaging new audiences with the heritage sport. In a statement, the association noted: “The innovations introduced through the …

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