This publication is the culmination of a survey undertaken by Nars asking racing staff to rate the standards of race course facilities they have found while taking horses racing on behalf of their exployer. Download the Racecourse Ratings 2019 report.
A video explanation of racing’s pool money rules for staff.
The BHA’s chief executive Nick Rust has warned trainers that they could be in danger of losing their licences if they fail to treat staff in a way that befits the correct culture of British racing. Read the full article on racingpost.com
Using tradition as a reason to not give workers appropriate time off has been derided by National Association of Racing Staff (Nars) chief executive George McGrath at the 2019 Nars AGM in Lambourn. Read the full article on thoroughbredracing.com
Having had information that the 2 boxes (3.5t) and whoever is driving are soon to be looked into we are wanting to make sure everyone has the information to protect yourselves. Whilst the 2 boxes don’t have tachographs if investigated they will look into all your working/driving hours. Daily Driving Hours A driver can drive…
Two of Britain’s top Group 1 tracks have recently announced significant concessions for racing staff at some of their most popular meetings this summer. Read the full article on thoroughbredracing.com
A great opportunity for racing to create a more inclusive environment for our LGBTQ+ participants, colleagues and spectators.
The National minimum wage will rise from £7.83 per hour to £8.21 per hour on 1st April 2019.
On the 1st of April 2019, your RIABS contribution will rise from £2.62 per week to £3.00 per week.
Plumpton’s management has said it is committed to improving conditions for stable staff after the track finished bottom of a new survey compiled by the National Association of Racing Staff (NARS). Ascot topped the Racecourse Ratings 2018 survey and was one of six tracks given a five-star rating, along with Chelmsford, Newton Abbot, Perth, Chester…