RCA Statement on Julie Harrington

Following the announcement from the British Horseracing Authority that its Chief Executive, Julie Harrington is to step down from her role at the end of 2024, David Armstrong, Chief Executive Officer at the Racecourse Association has released the following statement.

“The RCA is grateful to Julie for all she has achieved in her four years as Chief Executive of the BHA. Julie’s vast experience in horseracing, including eight years working with Northern Racing and time as a non-executive director at the BHA, and in other elite sports administration meant she was well suited to this challenging role.

“During Julie’s tenure, we worked collaboratively to develop and run a number of significant initiatives for the betterment of British horseracing. Notably, the new industry governance structure has meant that major decisions are no longer hamstrung by the power of veto, and the long-term Industry Strategy has already started to make the changes we believe are necessary to safeguard the future of our great sport.

“Recently, Julie was part of the sport’s joint negotiating team as we worked in good faith with the Government and betting industry to come to an agreement on Levy Reform. I am pleased that Julie will remain in post until the end of the year so that we can continue this work and find a suitable replacement to seamlessly transition into the role.”