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Working with horses is high-risk, no matter your experience, or how well you know the horse. Accidents can happen, and when they do, the impact can be life-changing.…

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Super Groom Adam Short on travel, teamwork, and award-winning turnout

Adam Short, groom to Tom McEwen, shares the highs of winning Best Turned Out at Kentucky, his love for the sport, and what it means to be an international super groom.…

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Understanding the NMW Increase

From today - 1st April 2024, the National Minimum Wage (NMW) is increasing, meaning that all UK employers - including equestrian businesses - must pay their staff at least the new legal hourly rate.…

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Its time to end the no contract culture

With 55% of our survey respondents revealing they don't have a written contract, Executive Director Lucy Katan is determined to change the equestrian industry's approach. …

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News Contract Survey 2025

Too many grooms still without written employment contracts

A recent survey conducted by the BGA revealed that 55% of employed grooms who responded do not have a written contract of employment.…

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HIPB publishes three year-plan to strengthen racing

The Horseracing Industry People Board workforce strategy aims to create a bright future for everyone in British racing and breeding.…

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