Tag: Professional Jockeys' Association

• Saturday, April 18th 2020 - 08:20 UTC

  British Horseracing Authority announces a £22 million aid package for jockeys and horses' welfare

  

  The British Horseracing Authority announced on Friday a £22 million (US$27.5 million) aid package in response to the financial impact of the coronavirus. All racing in Britain was suspended on Mar 17 following the spread of COVID-19, with the shutdown made “indefinite” on Wednesday as a hoped-for resumption on Apr 30 was ruled out.