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BHA responds to Brisland fallout on ‘toxic treatment’ of staff 

SBC News BHA responds to Brisland fallout on ‘toxic treatment’ of staff 

The British Horseracing Authority (BHA) has responded to the conclusion of the investigation into the ‘toxic behaviour’ of licensed trainer Robyn Brisland and member of staff William Degnan.  The trainer of the Danebury Racing Stables in Hampshire, Brisland has been ordered to appoint a staff member to oversee safety procedures at his yard due to a ‘toxic work culture’. Following …

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British racing ‘future-proofs’ workforce with eight new Board members

SBC News British racing ‘future-proofs’ workforce with eight new Board members

British racing appointed eight new Board members and a Programme Director to plan and deliver an industry wide people strategy. The new hires were confirmed by Chair of British racing’s Industry People Board, Neil Hayward.  Initiated and funded by the Horserace Betting Levy Board (HBLB) and the Racing Foundation, the Industry People Board will lead the development of racing’s long-term …

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Date set for ‘wonderful’ Racing Together Community Day 2023

SBC News Date set for ‘wonderful’ Racing Together Community Day 2023

The BHA has announced that the Racing Together Community Day is making a return on 25 May 2023. The annual event is racing’s national day of volunteering in support of local communities when those involved in the sport are invited to give their time for good causes. John Blake, CEO of Racing Together, commented: “We’re pleased to announce this year’s …

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Sunak hails UK Racing’s diverse economic contribution

SBC News Sunak hails UK Racing’s diverse economic contribution

PM Rishi Sunak praised the vital contribution of horseracing to the British economy at yesterday’s ‘Godolphin 2023 Thoroughbred Industry Employee Awards’. The awards ceremony, which recognises the work of individuals across Britain’s racing and breeding industries, was celebrated yesterday evening at York Racecourse. Via video message, PM Sunak highlighted the diverse range of work created by UK racing which contributes …

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BHA boosts 2023 prize money for maiden races

SBC News BHA boosts 2023 prize money for maiden races

The British Horseracing Authority (BHA) has pledged to boost the prize funding of over 60 ‘development races’ during 2023. The commitment has been made by the BHA and breeding farms Darley and Juddmonte to enhance prize money for horses at the beginning of their careers and forms part of the BHA’s long-term sustainability programme for UK racing. In total 63 …

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BHA resolves issues of the whip’s ‘backhand-only rule’ in adjusted regulations

SBC News BHA resolves issues of the whip’s ‘backhand-only rule’ in adjusted regulations

The British Horseracing Authority (BHA) has announced several adjustments to the rules regarding the use of the whip in the sport. Concluded at a recent Board Meeting, the regulation which stated that the whip can only be used in the backhand position has now been disregarded. This has been replaced by an amendment to reduce the amount of times it …

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UK Racing hails DIE success of Diversity in Racing Steering Group

SBC News UK Racing hails DIE success of Diversity in Racing Steering Group

UK Racing has highlighted the success of the Diversity in Racing Steering Group (DiRSG), which launched its #ALLINTHERACE campaign in 2022 to improve diversity, inclusion and equality standards for racing stakeholders. The DIE campaign was supported by over 30 racing organisations in helping DiRSG’s research and education directives. DiRSG’s comments featured in its ‘Review on 2022’, in which the group …

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BHA appoints independent Ombudsman for new handicap appeals process

SBC News BHA appoints independent Ombudsman for new handicap appeals process

The British Horseracing Authority (BHA) has announced that leading Timeform analyst David Cleary will serve as the first independent Ombudsman to oversee the rating appeals related to handicap races.  The decision forms part of the governing body’s ongoing review of UK racing’s commercial capacity, standards and operating structure, undertaken for the long-term benefit of all participating stakeholders. Operating independently of …

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UK Racing appoints Neil Hayward as first Chair of People Board 

SBC News UK Racing appoints Neil Hayward as first Chair of People Board 

Neil Hayward has been announced as the first chair of the Industry People Board for UK Racing, a new workforce directive established by the British Horseracing Authority (BHA), the Horserace Betting Levy Board (HBLB) and the Racing Foundation. An expert in business transformation and HR planning for large-scale organisations, Hayward will lead UK Racing’s new dedicated unit charged with improving …

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