PONY RACING AUTHORITY (PRA)
The Pony Racing Authority has been established to represent and oversee the running of all Pony Races for Riders aged 11 - 15 years and as a Governing Body to ensure Pony Racing's integrity and safety.
Pony Racing is held under the regulation of the Pony Racing Authority and the allocation, cancellation and alteration of Pony Racing fixtures is authorised at the discretion of the British Horseracing Authority and the Pony Racing Authority.
The Pony Racing Authority administers Pony Racing under its Regulations and exercise control over Riders and ponies taking part, and consists of members from the Racecourse Association (RCA), Master of Foxhounds Association (MFHA) and Point-to-Point Secretaries Association (PPSA).
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For all Point-to-Point Pony Racing enquiries contact Lucy Brack.
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THOROUGHBRED BREEDERS ASSOCIATION (TBA)
The Thoroughbred Breeders' Association is a registered charity, which was formed in May 1917 and is the only official body representing Thoroughbred Breeders in Great Britain.
The TBA has always been actively involved in the broad range of issues affecting its members, all of which have a critical bearing on the health and wealth of British Thoroughbred breeding.
Over 2700 TBA members enjoy the benefits of the Association which provide a united voice for British Breeders on national and international breeding issues through representation on the Horsemen's Group, the European Federation of Thoroughbred Breeders' Associations (EFTBA), the International Breeders' Meeting (IBM) etc. Joining the TBA provides support and advice, Industry Magazines, including a free copy of the Thoroughbred Owner and Breeder magazine and an annual copy of the Stallion Guide, free access to the HBLB Breeders' Prizes Scheme, free initial professional advice, the opportunity to attend events and trips with other breeders and much more.
The TBA National Hunt Committee represents the views and ambitions of National Hunt Breeders for the improvement of British bred horses as judged by success achieved on the racecourse, provides a forum for discussion, and supports breeders in the promotion of British Bloodstock.
They have been instrumental in progressing the following initiatives: National Hunt HBLB Breeders Prizes and, in Point-to-Pointing, the TBA/MFHA PPORA Members Maiden Mares Series.
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