News
ROA AGM takes place
ROA President Charlie Parker reflects on a challenging time for racing, but praises the spirit of collaboration in the industry
Strategy essential to grow ranks of owners
“The ‘trainer experience’ is increasingly important in maintaining and attracting ownership participation”
Britain’s Horseracing Industry launches petition over “Intrusive” Affordability Checks
Following on from the success of the recent Right to Bet survey, British Horseracing has launched a petition on the Government’s website calling for the proposed affordability or financial risk checks to be stopped.
BHA update on ownership syndicate changes and Racing Digital
As part of an enhanced BHA Racing Digital platform for owners, the definition and administration of different syndicate and clubs will become clearer and the percentage share owned by each member in those syndicates will be transparent.
ROA Proposes no affordability checks for Racehorse Owners
Under the ROA’s proposal, any registered owner with the equivalent of at least one horse in training (including part-shares) would be exempt from the affordability checks
Bold vision essential as we look to the future
“If football, cricket and even volleyball can attract new income streams, then surely British racing can”
The Jockey Club announces changes to the Randox Grand National
The changes follow an evidence-based review process designed to preserve the thrill, characteristics, and challenges of the famous race, while prioritising the welfare of horses and riders.
ROA AGM to take place at Kempton Park
The Racecourse Owners Association will hold its 79th Annual General Meeting at Kempton Park Racecourse on Wednesday 15 November at 11 am.
2024 Fixture list announcement
The changes aim to grow British racing by increasing revenues and thereby prize money for owners
Join us as we celebrate the champions of 2023!
Taking place on Thursday 7 December, the ROA Horseracing Awards will once again be held at the Royal Lancaster Hotel in London.
Horse Welfare Board trials enhanced process to review racecourse fatalities
Includes more in-depth analysis of the incident and greater input from veterinarians, trainers, jockeys and racecourse staff.
Unity vital on levy and white paper stances
“The government would prefer an agreed industry position to the divisive debates of old”
ROA Bid to Give auction – luxury bespoke his and hers experience in London
The latest exclusive item for ROA members to bid on to raise funds for Racing Welfare
Bid To Give: Goodwood some experience - despite the weather!
Patrick Plews secured our first Bid To Give item for Racing Welfare
World Pool continues to shine bright
So far this year World Pool days have generated a total turnover of over £346 million.
RoR Racing to Cricket - new auction lot revealed
A star nomination donated by Bjorn Nielsen to seven-time Gr.1 winner Stradivarius added to wonderful list
Goodwood highest profile curtailment payout yet
Goodwood's final day curtailment was closely followed by Brighton the following week
Levy review offers hope in testing times
“What has made our case so much stronger is the staggering increase in the cost of owning horses”
The year so far
Racing Welfare look back at their fundrasing activities during the first half of 2023
Bid To Give - Woburn experience
Bid to Give: Don’t miss this memorable two-day golf experience
BRITISH RACING TO PARTNER WITH UK GOVERNMENT FOR BREEDERS’ CUP MISSION
The trade mission represents the first time the British Racing industry has collaborated on a large-scale international event with the support of Government demonstrating the value of UK sport as a crucial soft power tool.
Pre-race trot ups rolled out further this summer
The process has worked well so far, with approximately 800 horses examined and just two withdrawn on veterinary advice.
Bookmaker input is key to boost revenue
“It is vital that we have a levy mechanism that is in line with the trends in betting habits”
Racing Staff Week raises £70,000
53 stable staff took part in five charity races over the week
Racecards - Thursday 30 November
Lingfield Park, Musselburgh, Taunton