British Horseracing Authority
| Predecessor |
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|---|---|
| Formation | 31 July 2007 |
| Type | Sport governing body Private company limited by guarantee |
| Purpose | Horse racing |
| Headquarters | Holborn Gate, 26 Southampton Buildings, London, England, WC2A 1AN |
Region served | Great Britain |
Chair | David Jones (interim Chairperson) |
Chief Executive | Brant Dunshea (acting) |
| Affiliations | International Federation of Horseracing Authorities |
| Website | www |
The British Horseracing Authority, also known as the BHA, is the regulatory authority for horse racing in Great Britain.
It was formed on 31 July 2007, after the merger of the British Horseracing Board (BHB) and the Horseracing Regulatory Authority (HRA).
Stated objectives are to: "provide the most compelling and attractive racing in the world; be seen as the world leader in race day regulation; ensure the highest standards for the sport and participants, on and away from the racecourse; promote the best for the racehorse; and represent and promote the sport and the industry."
It is a member of the International Federation of Horseracing Authorities. The BHA's current interim chair is David Jones, who took over when Joe Saumarez Smith stepped down due to ill health in January 2025. Lord Allen was due to succeed as chair on 1 June 2025. but delayed his start in the role until later in 2025.