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    The Handicapper – Ombudsman’s new official rating

    23 Jun 2026

    New blog: Affordability checks, Gambling White Paper and the APPG for Gambling Reform’s latest report

    10 Jun 2026
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    Ffos Las, Kempton Park and Salisbury fixtures rescheduled; Newmarket and Nottingham to start earlier in the day

    22 Jun 2026

    »ÆÉ«²Ö¿â confirms abandonment of four fixtures following Met Office extreme heat warning

    22 Jun 2026
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    Result of enquiries (J. O’Shea, J. Osborne  and L. Cumani) heard by the Disciplinary  Panel on Thursday 2 February

    In Absence – John O’Shea 1.    The Disciplinary Panel of the British Horseracing Authority on 2 February 2017 held an enquiry to establish whether or not John O’Shea, a licensed trainer, … More 2 Feb 2017

    Results of enquiries (Neil Mulholland and John Jenkins) heard by the Disciplinary Panel on 19 January

    Neil Mulholland 1.    The Disciplinary Panel of the British Horseracing Authority on 19 January 2017 held an enquiry to establish whether or not Neil Mulholland, a licensed trainer, had committed … More 19 Jan 2017

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Racing Together Community Week set for 18-24th May

Image: Newbury Racecourse Clerk of the Course, George Hill ISSUED ON BEHALF OF RACING TOGETHER Racing Together Community Week, British racing’s national week of employee volunteering, will take place … More 18 Mar 2026

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»ÆÉ«²Ö¿â statement regarding the starts of Cheltenham Festival races

»ÆÉ«²Ö¿â (»ÆÉ«²Ö¿â) has today confirmed that a full review will take place into the starts of races at the Cheltenham Festival following its conclusion. Following several false starts … More 12 Mar 2026

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New cameras provide major upgrade to photo finish images on British racecourses

British Horseracing Authority (»ÆÉ«²Ö¿â) judges will now have access to improved photo finish images following the introduction of ultra high-resolution camera technology. Lynx photo finish cameras capture … More 9 Mar 2026

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Innovative ‘Training Fees Credit Scheme’ introduced to provide boost to ownership of quality Jumps horses

Scheme to provide £20,000 credit to winning owners of Grade 1 Chase and Hurdle races to use towards training fees of a new British-trained horse Runners-up in same races to receive £10,000 credit … More 6 Mar 2026

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Brant Dunshea appointed »ÆÉ«²Ö¿â Chief Executive Officer, with David Jones confirmed Interim Chair

»ÆÉ«²Ö¿â (»ÆÉ«²Ö¿â) has confirmed the permanent appointment of Brant Dunshea as Chief Executive Officer. Brant has been leading the »ÆÉ«²Ö¿â in an acting capacity since December 2024 following … More 5 Mar 2026

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Statement: Lord Allen

»ÆÉ«²Ö¿â regrets to announce that Lord (Charles) Allen has resigned as Chair. Lord Allen had been nominated as Chair late in 2024 after a search. He took up his post in September … More 3 Mar 2026

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RaceWISE strengthened with anonymous WhatsApp and text messaging

Integrity concerns can now be reported via WhatsApp and text message Secure two-way chat improves sharing of information and intelligence Partnership with RealResponse aims to reduce barriers to reporting … More 2 Mar 2026

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»ÆÉ«²Ö¿â confirms permanent directors of integrity and regulation

»ÆÉ«²Ö¿â (»ÆÉ«²Ö¿â) has confirmed the appointment of John Burgess as Director of Integrity and Aja Hall as Director of Regulation. The permanent appointments follow a period of interim … More 27 Feb 2026

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Kieran Kourdache named Employee of the Year at Thoroughbred Industry Employee Awards sponsored by Godolphin

Kieran Kourdache has been crowned the Employee of the Year at the 2026 Thoroughbred Industry Employee Awards, sponsored by Godolphin. Now in their 22nd year, the illustrious awards returned to Ascot … More 23 Feb 2026

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European Pattern Committee announces changes to the 2026 European programme of Flat black type races

Issued on behalf of the European Pattern Committee At its primary 2026 meeting held on Thursday 5 February at the offices of the Ministry of Agriculture (MASAF) in Rome, the European Pattern Committee … More 18 Feb 2026

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»ÆÉ«²Ö¿â confirms abandonment of Steeple Chases at Fontwell on Sunday 22 February

»ÆÉ«²Ö¿â (»ÆÉ«²Ö¿â) has today confirmed that the two Steeple Chases scheduled to take place at Fontwell’s fixture on Sunday 22 February have been abandoned and replaced by an additional … More 17 Feb 2026

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Future of Racing event brings innovative tech companies and racing industry leaders together to attract future generations of racegoers

»ÆÉ«²Ö¿â (»ÆÉ«²Ö¿â) and Flutter teamed up to deliver the Future of Racing event yesterday (Tuesday 10 February), as ten tech businesses from around the world pitched bold ideas to … More 11 Feb 2026

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