We are responsible for the governance, administration and regulation of horseracing and the wider horseracing industry in Britain. We also lead on the development and growth of our sport, and prioritise the health and welfare of our participants.
Were responsible for:
Licensing
Regulating racecourses and participants
Fixture list and race planning
Racing administration
Handicapping
Guardianship of the Pattern and Listed race programme
International liaison
Medical services
Leadership of equine welfare
Industry careers marketing, training, development and welfare
Our values:
Integrity: we will always do the right thing to uphold the BHA's reputation for fairness and to maintain the trust of our stakeholders
Accountable: we take personal responsibility for our actions and strive to improve the health of British racing
Credible: we are open and honest about what we do and treat everyone fairly and with respect
Responsive: we stay in-tune with the sport's diverse stakeholders so that we can effectively meet agreed objectives and goals
Progressive: we promote a forward-thinking and collaborative culture while respecting the strong heritage of British racing as a sport and an industry.