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The Online Application Process to Apply For a Racing Foundation Grant Has Changed

Wednesday, 7 April 2021

Topics and Speakers Announced for International Forum for the Aftercare of Racehorses

Friday, 26 March 2021

The Conference will be staged as a series of four virtual sessions on the 6th, 13th, 20th and 27th of April. All sessions are free and available to access online.

Horse Welfare Board’s Aftercare Funding Review recommends strategic approach to aftercare

Thursday, 25 March 2021

The project was fully funded by the Racing Foundation as part of our commitment to support horse welfare as a key area within the racing industry. 

The Racing Foundation pledge £515,000 to fund three new horse welfare roles

Monday, 22 March 2021

A programme director and two project leads will join the Horse Welfare Board to drive forward a new strategy and encourage lifetime responsibility of racehorses.

The Racing Foundation supports rapid COVID-19 testing pilot by supporting self-isolating jockeys and valets

Friday, 5 March 2021

Racecourse attendees including jockeys, valets and raceday officials will be offered routine COVID-19 testing from 8th March 2021 with the aim of reducing transmission.

International Women's Day: Dena Merson explains how horse racing can be an industry for women to thrive

Thursday, 4 March 2021

With International Women’s Day on Monday 8th March, Dena Merson explains how the industry benefits from its female workforce and the importance of working together.