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RACING FOUNDATION IN THE PRESS

Racing Foundation’s latest press features.

James Cannon

James Cannon

11/04/2024

'This is an investment in the future of racing - it's vital if we are to have a vibrant racing sector for the next 30 years'

'This is an investment in the future of racing - it's vital if we are to have a vibrant racing sector for the next 30 years'

08/04/2024

British racing’s Horse Welfare Board announces results of the country’s first Thoroughbred Census

British racing’s Horse Welfare Board announces results of the country’s first Thoroughbred Census

03/04/2024

Britain Releases First Thoroughbred Census, Traceability Measures To Continue

Britain Releases First Thoroughbred Census, Traceability Measures To Continue

03/04/2024

 Young south London jockey gets a taste of his dream

Young south London jockey gets a taste of his dream

02/04/2024

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

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

28/03/2024

Racing Foundation gave more than £3 million in grants to charitable causes in 2023

Racing Foundation gave more than £3 million in grants to charitable causes in 2023

20/03/2024

British racing appoints new members to the Horse Welfare Board

British racing appoints new members to the Horse Welfare Board

19/02/2024

'A statement of change and a promise of inclusivity' - Racing Media Academy announces partnership with the Invictus Foundation

'A statement of change and a promise of inclusivity' - Racing Media Academy announces partnership with the Invictus Foundation

20/12/2023

BHA sets out actions to make British racing a safer, more supportive and more respectful environment for all

BHA sets out actions to make British racing a safer, more supportive and more respectful environment for all

13/12/2023

Racing Together Industry Day To Return In February

Racing Together Industry Day To Return In February

06/12/2023

BHA looking into drafting non-runner rule changes

BHA looking into drafting non-runner rule changes

05/12/2023

Lydia Hislop column: Is British racing meeting the big challenges?

Lydia Hislop column: Is British racing meeting the big challenges?

02/12/2023

Solving stable staff crisis must be a priority for racing - and acting on safeguarding concerns is key

Solving stable staff crisis must be a priority for racing - and acting on safeguarding concerns is key

28/11/2023

BBC Country Focus

BBC Country Focus

26/11/2023

Musselburgh crowned champion racecourse at RCA Showcase Awards - but chief executive has his car stolen

Musselburgh crowned champion racecourse at RCA Showcase Awards - but chief executive has his car stolen

24/11/2023

'We've had brilliant support from the industry and particularly those with stud farms' - TBA launches Carbon Calculator

'We've had brilliant support from the industry and particularly those with stud farms' - TBA launches Carbon Calculator

23/11/2023

‘It has to be a beacon for the British breeding industry’ – Anna Kerr offers breath of fresh air at National Stud

‘It has to be a beacon for the British breeding industry’ – Anna Kerr offers breath of fresh air at National Stud

22/11/2023

Trainers and stable staff to be surveyed to help tackle British racing's workforce shortfall

Trainers and stable staff to be surveyed to help tackle British racing's workforce shortfall

22/11/2023

Ascot to partner with Racing Media Academy as applications open for 2024

Ascot to partner with Racing Media Academy as applications open for 2024

31/10/2023

‘Achieving long-term change through collaboration’ – David Jones’ full speech from the Horseracing Industry Conference

‘Achieving long-term change through collaboration’ – David Jones’ full speech from the Horseracing Industry Conference

24/10/2023

New docuseries crucial in fighting sport's 'existential crisis' says Racing League founder

New docuseries crucial in fighting sport's 'existential crisis' says Racing League founder

24/10/2023

Women in Racing Awarded Additional Grants for Racing Portal

Women in Racing Awarded Additional Grants for Racing Portal

15/09/2023

First thoroughbred census in the UK

First thoroughbred census in the UK

07/09/2023

'This is a natural progression for me'

'This is a natural progression for me'

21/08/2023

Beehives, boreholes and recycling: the racecourses embracing environmental sustainability

Beehives, boreholes and recycling: the racecourses embracing environmental sustainability

14/08/2023

'It was daunting the first time I went into a prison' - how two ex-jockeys are helping to solve racing's stable staff crisis

'It was daunting the first time I went into a prison' - how two ex-jockeys are helping to solve racing's stable staff crisis

09/08/2023

UK Racing Foundation awards $9 million, calls for industry changes

UK Racing Foundation awards $9 million, calls for industry changes

25/07/2023

National Racehorse Week: book your visit for free

National Racehorse Week: book your visit for free

15/07/2023

Challis New CEO of the Racing Foundation

Challis New CEO of the Racing Foundation

21/07/2023

Charity chief voices fears over British racing's 'unsustainable' business models

Charity chief voices fears over British racing's 'unsustainable' business models

18/07/2023

RCA launches 2023 Showcase Awards with Aintree hosting ceremony in November

RCA launches 2023 Showcase Awards with Aintree hosting ceremony in November

10/07/2023

Thoroughbred census launched by British racing’s Horse Welfare Board and Hartpury University

Thoroughbred census launched by British racing’s Horse Welfare Board and Hartpury University

28/06/2023

Britain: Thoroughbred Census Launched To Improve Traceability Of Retired Racehorses

Britain: Thoroughbred Census Launched To Improve Traceability Of Retired Racehorses

28/06/2023

National Racehorse Week: book your visit for free

National Racehorse Week: book your visit for free

16/06/2023

Horseracing Industry Conference Postponed To October

Horseracing Industry Conference Postponed To October

19/05/2023

Rob Hezel to quit post as Racing Foundation chief executive

Rob Hezel to quit post as Racing Foundation chief executive

17/05/2023

Racing Foundation Chief Executive Rob Hezel To Step Down

Racing Foundation Chief Executive Rob Hezel To Step Down

17/05/2023

British racing confirms membership of Industry People Board

British racing confirms membership of Industry People Board

03/05/2023

Lydia Hislop on mounting pressures facing racing in light of latest Aintree Grand National protests

Lydia Hislop on mounting pressures facing racing in light of latest Aintree Grand National protests

24/04/2023

Tips to help jockeys to eat more and weigh less may help the general public too

Tips to help jockeys to eat more and weigh less may help the general public too

14/04/2023

Initiative to help racegoers who need to take time out

Initiative to help racegoers who need to take time out

13/04/2023

Attitudes to horse welfare are changing - and racing needs to stay one step ahead

Attitudes to horse welfare are changing - and racing needs to stay one step ahead

09/04/2023

Jockey Study Makes Big Strides in Nutrition

Jockey Study Makes Big Strides in Nutrition

09/04/2023

'I've had my best years of riding' - jockey study makes big strides in nutrition

'I've had my best years of riding' - jockey study makes big strides in nutrition

09/04/2023

Diversity role model Ashleigh Wicheard among Racing Media Academy's class of 2023

Diversity role model Ashleigh Wicheard among Racing Media Academy's class of 2023

22/03/2023

Horse Welfare is the priority in British Racing

Horse Welfare is the priority in British Racing

13/03/2023

Enhanced veterinary protocols for 2023 Grand National

Enhanced veterinary protocols for 2023 Grand National

03/02/2023

Levy Board Warns of Risks Facing British Racing

Levy Board Warns of Risks Facing British Racing

02/02/2023

Jim Boyle Joins Racing Foundation Board Of Trustees

Jim Boyle Joins Racing Foundation Board Of Trustees

24/01/2023

Third Economic Impact Study On UK Breeding Industry Published

Third Economic Impact Study On UK Breeding Industry Published

18/01/2023

Peckham students get a pre Christmas gift

Peckham students get a pre Christmas gift

03/01/2023

Betting on female jockeys can bring greater rewards – but it’s not all good news

Betting on female jockeys can bring greater rewards – but it’s not all good news

26/12/2022

Students from a Peckham school ride a horse for the first time

Students from a Peckham school ride a horse for the first time

09/12/2022

Peckham students enjoy 'spectacular' Riding A Dream Academy week at Epsom Downs

Peckham students enjoy 'spectacular' Riding A Dream Academy week at Epsom Downs

05/12/2022

UK Racing appoints Neil Hayward as first Chair of People Board

UK Racing appoints Neil Hayward as first Chair of People Board

02/12/2022

'Racing could suffer showjumping's fate unless it reflects wider society'

'Racing could suffer showjumping's fate unless it reflects wider society'

01/12/2022

Hayward Appointed Chair of Industry People Board

Hayward Appointed Chair of Industry People Board

29/11/2022

Racing Foundation grants Horse Welfare Board £3m to fund strategy projects

Racing Foundation grants Horse Welfare Board £3m to fund strategy projects

16/11/2022

Cheltenham praised as it opens first permanent racecourse sensory room

Cheltenham praised as it opens first permanent racecourse sensory room

13/11/2022

Aintree crowned as champion racecourse at RCA Showcase Awards

Aintree crowned as champion racecourse at RCA Showcase Awards

11/11/2022

Riding A Dream Academy student becomes senior trainee at British Racing School

Riding A Dream Academy student becomes senior trainee at British Racing School

02/11/2022

Riding A Dream Academy Student Appointed Senior Trainee At British Racing School

Riding A Dream Academy Student Appointed Senior Trainee At British Racing School

01/11/2022

Nicola Paramo crowned CATS Personal Development Award

Nicola Paramo crowned CATS Personal Development Award

29/10/2022

Jamas Hodivala KC:

Jamas Hodivala KC: "Sustainability in Horseracing Report - Has the race for a sustainable future begun?"

28/10/2022

Ascot named finalist in Racecourse Association Showcase and Awards 2022

Ascot named finalist in Racecourse Association Showcase and Awards 2022

18/10/2022

Ripon Racecourse in the running for two national awards

Ripon Racecourse in the running for two national awards

10/10/2022

Aintree Racecourse shortlisted in three categories at the RCA Showcase Awards

Aintree Racecourse shortlisted in three categories at the RCA Showcase Awards

06/10/2022

National Racehorse Week Delivers for Second Year

National Racehorse Week Delivers for Second Year

29/09/2022

Strategy talks end with agreement on need for radical changes in British racing

Strategy talks end with agreement on need for radical changes in British racing

21/09/2022

Japan Racing Association support National Racehorse Week

Japan Racing Association support National Racehorse Week

24/08/2022

Mike Etherington-Smith: the guiding light in equine safety

Mike Etherington-Smith: the guiding light in equine safety

18/08/2022

A sport for purists with pretty pockets? Here's how we change those perceptions.

A sport for purists with pretty pockets? Here's how we change those perceptions.

07/08/2022

First students of the Khadijah Mellah Scholarship celebrate graduation

First students of the Khadijah Mellah Scholarship celebrate graduation

25/07/2022

‘This will help you’: why caring for the environment is vital for the equestrian industry

‘This will help you’: why caring for the environment is vital for the equestrian industry

25/07/2022

Real action not ‘ticking boxes’: the collective responsibility for progress in diversity

Real action not ‘ticking boxes’: the collective responsibility for progress in diversity

24/07/2022

UK Racing Partners With HEROS To Expand Safety Net

UK Racing Partners With HEROS To Expand Safety Net

20/07/2022

No horse, no sport': equestrian sport 'in it together' when it comes to horse welfare

No horse, no sport': equestrian sport 'in it together' when it comes to horse welfare

17/07/2022

Gambling review: what is it and what does it mean for racing and the horse world?

Gambling review: what is it and what does it mean for racing and the horse world?

17/07/2022

British Racing launches new All In The Race campaign

British Racing launches new All In The Race campaign

05/07/2022

Affordability checks are already hurting racing's income says new BHA chair

Affordability checks are already hurting racing's income says new BHA chair

30/06/2022

A diverse day at The Horseracing Industry Conference 2022

A diverse day at The Horseracing Industry Conference 2022

30/06/2022

Aspiring young jockeys get a boost during Royal Ascot week

Aspiring young jockeys get a boost during Royal Ascot week

15/06/2022

Riding A Dream Academy to expand programme after landing three-year funding deal

Riding A Dream Academy to expand programme after landing three-year funding deal

08/06/2022

Racing Foundation voices frustration at slow rate of progress after record year

Racing Foundation voices frustration at slow rate of progress after record year

25/05/2022

Racing Media Academy unveils diverse first intake of students for coveted course

Racing Media Academy unveils diverse first intake of students for coveted course

02/04/2022

Racing a new found passion for Bartram-bell

Racing a new found passion for Bartram-bell

09/03/2022

Oshane Marsh has champion ambition after graduating from Riding A Dream Academy

Oshane Marsh has champion ambition after graduating from Riding A Dream Academy

09/03/2022

Young, gifted and black: Teenager Oshane galloping towards his dreams

Young, gifted and black: Teenager Oshane galloping towards his dreams

07/03/2022

First Riding A Dream Academy Student Graduates From British Racing School

First Riding A Dream Academy Student Graduates From British Racing School

07/03/2022

First Riding a Dream Academy student graduates from BRS foundation course

First Riding a Dream Academy student graduates from BRS foundation course

07/03/2022

First Riding a Dream Academy student graduates

First Riding a Dream Academy student graduates

07/03/2022

‘London is boring by comparison’: milestone racing moment for teen who started at inner-city riding school

‘London is boring by comparison’: milestone racing moment for teen who started at inner-city riding school

07/03/2022

‘Immense benefit to horses, riders and the sport’: equine vision study leads to widespread fence colour changes

‘Immense benefit to horses, riders and the sport’: equine vision study leads to widespread fence colour changes

26/02/2022

Hurdles and fences to turn white to further aid horse welfare

Hurdles and fences to turn white to further aid horse welfare

24/02/2022

Racing looks through the eyes of the horse to help deliver improved safety at all British jump courses

Racing looks through the eyes of the horse to help deliver improved safety at all British jump courses

22/02/2022

All fences in Britain to be painted white from next month in bid to improve jump racing safety

All fences in Britain to be painted white from next month in bid to improve jump racing safety

21/02/2022

TBA's strategic projects to receive £360,000 Racing Foundation boost

TBA's strategic projects to receive £360,000 Racing Foundation boost

15/02/2022

Northern racing stalwart George Armstrong dies at the age of 84

Northern racing stalwart George Armstrong dies at the age of 84

14/02/2022

Autism in Racing founder has big plans after 'phenomenal' first year

Autism in Racing founder has big plans after 'phenomenal' first year

13/02/2022

Horse racing’s environmental impact under scrutiny

Horse racing’s environmental impact under scrutiny

31/01/2022

BHA announces working party to improve British racing's culture of respect

BHA announces working party to improve British racing's culture of respect

27/01/2022

Help map environmental activity in British racing – online questionnaire now open

Help map environmental activity in British racing – online questionnaire now open

20/01/2022

Jockeys' career-ending insurance scheme to be underwritten by owners

Jockeys' career-ending insurance scheme to be underwritten by owners

23/12/2021

Racing Foundation to welcome two new trustees in the new year

Racing Foundation to welcome two new trustees in the new year

22/12/2021

The Racing Post helps launch academy to encourage diversity in the media

The Racing Post helps launch academy to encourage diversity in the media

20/12/2021

Kindred aims to support ‘delivery of concrete actions’ with Women in Racing tie-up

Kindred aims to support ‘delivery of concrete actions’ with Women in Racing tie-up

20/12/2021

Racing Pathway to reveal plans to attract Generation Z to racing

Racing Pathway to reveal plans to attract Generation Z to racing

16/12/2021

BHA identifies key environmental issues in new racing overview

BHA identifies key environmental issues in new racing overview

08/12/2021

Assessment started on UK racing's environmental sustainibility

Assessment started on UK racing's environmental sustainibility

07/12/2021

ITV Racing explores the equine fracture kits funded by the Racing Foundation

ITV Racing explores the equine fracture kits funded by the Racing Foundation

06/12/2021

Equine Fracture Kit demonstration on Sky Sports Racing

Equine Fracture Kit demonstration on Sky Sports Racing

06/12/2021

Footballers, rugby players and athletes unite in powerful displays of LGBT+ solidarity

Footballers, rugby players and athletes unite in powerful displays of LGBT+ solidarity

30/11/2021

Equine fracture kits at racecourses in new ‘major welfare initiative’

Equine fracture kits at racecourses in new ‘major welfare initiative’

27/11/2021

RCA Launches Access Audit Programme to Enhance Raceday Experience for Disabled Racegoers

RCA Launches Access Audit Programme to Enhance Raceday Experience for Disabled Racegoers

22/11/2021

HRI awards ceremony cancelled due to Covid-19 situation in Ireland

HRI awards ceremony cancelled due to Covid-19 situation in Ireland

19/11/2021

RCA announces access audit programme for racecourses

RCA announces access audit programme for racecourses

17/11/2021

Luck on Sunday: Environmental Sustainability with Rob Hezel

Luck on Sunday: Environmental Sustainability with Rob Hezel

15/11/2021

The Racing Foundation grants Levy Board £3m in support of Covid recovery effort

The Racing Foundation grants Levy Board £3m in support of Covid recovery effort

28/10/2021

TBA and Racing Foundation win envirmental sustainability award

TBA and Racing Foundation win envirmental sustainability award

20/10/2021

Racing Foundation and TBA win British Association for Sustainable Sport award

Racing Foundation and TBA win British Association for Sustainable Sport award

20/10/2021

Climate:The Race to Change

Climate:The Race to Change

20/10/2021

Staff care central to code of conduct talks says trainers' chief

Staff care central to code of conduct talks says trainers' chief

07/10/2021

We are struggling to pay today's bills' - Harrington in plea for levy reform

We are struggling to pay today's bills' - Harrington in plea for levy reform

07/10/2021

Sex harassment ‘epidemic’ and lack of diversity must be tackled for sport’s future

Sex harassment ‘epidemic’ and lack of diversity must be tackled for sport’s future

07/10/2021

Climate change: exotic disease and horse and human welfare issues

Climate change: exotic disease and horse and human welfare issues

07/10/2021

3 things the horse world is talking about right now: Thursday 7 October 2021

3 things the horse world is talking about right now: Thursday 7 October 2021

07/10/2021

National Racehorse Week: All you need to know and highlights

National Racehorse Week: All you need to know and highlights

11/09/2021

Phillips looks to build on National Racehorse Week after inaugural success

Phillips looks to build on National Racehorse Week after inaugural success

11/09/2021

Spread the word and let's all make sure National Racehorse Week is here to stay

Spread the word and let's all make sure National Racehorse Week is here to stay

11/09/2021

GREAT BRITISH RACING LAUNCHES NATIONAL RACEHORSE WEEK CAMPAIGN

GREAT BRITISH RACING LAUNCHES NATIONAL RACEHORSE WEEK CAMPAIGN

11/09/2021

Spread the word and let's all make sure National Racehorse Week is here to stay

Spread the word and let's all make sure National Racehorse Week is here to stay

11/09/2021

Julia Budd to take over as chair of charity Racing Foundation next year

Julia Budd to take over as chair of charity Racing Foundation next year

09/09/2021

‘I want to help these kids — they never had what I had in life’: Racing trainer Grace Muir is using horses to help children branded trouble-makers or those with autism or Asperger's find a new direction

‘I want to help these kids — they never had what I had in life’: Racing trainer Grace Muir is using horses to help children branded trouble-makers or those with autism or Asperger's find a new direction

01/09/2021

"I'm very excited to see young people get an opportunity to try racing"

04/08/2021

"Fantastic to see our founder @BobbyBeevers on Sky Sports Racing yesterday, talking about the first Autism Friendly Day on a racecourse."

04/08/2021

The response has been phenomenal' – Doncaster stages autism-friendly raceday

The response has been phenomenal' – Doncaster stages autism-friendly raceday

04/08/2021

British Racing School launches Kickstarter scheme to increase job opportunities

British Racing School launches Kickstarter scheme to increase job opportunities

15/07/2021

Over 100 training yards to open their doors for National Racehorse Week

Over 100 training yards to open their doors for National Racehorse Week

14/07/2021

O’Brien team reaping the rewards after embracing coaching scheme

O’Brien team reaping the rewards after embracing coaching scheme

10/06/2021

KHADIJAH MELLAH SCHOLARSHIP CREATED FOR YOUNG RIDERS

KHADIJAH MELLAH SCHOLARSHIP CREATED FOR YOUNG RIDERS

21/05/2021

Racing academy inspired by Goodwood winner Khadijah Mellah launches for young riders

Racing academy inspired by Goodwood winner Khadijah Mellah launches for young riders

21/05/2021

Scholarship named after Khadijah Mellah launched for young riders

Scholarship named after Khadijah Mellah launched for young riders

21/05/2021

Khadijah Mellah Scholarship launches as part of Riding A Dream Academy to help riders from under-represented communities

Khadijah Mellah Scholarship launches as part of Riding A Dream Academy to help riders from under-represented communities

21/05/2021

New academy named after Khadijah Mellah launched for young riders

New academy named after Khadijah Mellah launched for young riders

21/05/2021

Living the dream: Khadijah’s plan to get more young jockeys under starter’s orders

Living the dream: Khadijah’s plan to get more young jockeys under starter’s orders

21/05/2021

Khadijah Mellah: I can't wait to be a 'big sister' figure for academy riders

Khadijah Mellah: I can't wait to be a 'big sister' figure for academy riders

21/05/2021

New academy gives children from under-represented communities chance to pursue racing dream

New academy gives children from under-represented communities chance to pursue racing dream

21/05/2021

La bourse d’études Khadijah Mellah est lancée dans le cadre de la Riding A Dream Academy pour aider les cyclistes des communautés sous-représentées | Actualités des courses

La bourse d’études Khadijah Mellah est lancée dans le cadre de la Riding A Dream Academy pour aider les cyclistes des communautés sous-représentées | Actualités des courses

21/05/2021

New academy seeks to support talented riders from under-represented communities

New academy seeks to support talented riders from under-represented communities

21/05/2021

Khadijah Mellah: New academy to improve diversity in horse racing

Khadijah Mellah: New academy to improve diversity in horse racing

21/05/2021

Khadijah Mellah: Pioneering jockey inspires new racing academy

Khadijah Mellah: Pioneering jockey inspires new racing academy

21/05/2021

Scholarship named after Khadijah Mellah launched for young riders

Scholarship named after Khadijah Mellah launched for young riders

21/05/2021