WHAT support is there for jockeys and could this be better?
For many, these are not new questions, and the help and support available within the industry is constantly evolving, improving and progressing.
In the aftermath of the death of two jockeys within four months, James Banks in February and Liam Treadwell in June, there is a groundswell to reflect on what more could be done to make lasting, positive differences to the lives of those involved in racing.
The importance of early intervention and proactive support, alongside reactive care in racing, has been much discussed.
A study co-authored by Oxford University’s Botnar Research Centre and the British Horseracing Authority (BHA) found retired jockeys are more than 2.5 times more likely to suffer from anxiety or depression than the general public (news, 23 January). This was released at the same time as plans to increase mental health support for riders following a joint bid to the Racing Foundation from the Professional Jockeys Association (PJA), Injured Jockeys Fund (IJF) and Jockeys Education and Training Scheme, resulting in a £2.3m five-year grant. A new cross-industry working group for mental health has also been formed this year, made up of the PJA, IJF and BHA.
The 2019 Racing Welfare and Liverpool John Moores University study A lifestyle rather than a job: a review and recommendations on mental health support within British racing, also highlighted how widespread the issue is.
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Gemirande provides 24-carat magic
Venetia Williams sparkles again in the December Gold Cup and jockey brothers dead-heat
‘Happy hunting, everyone'
“The season for talks, dinners and parties has finally arrived for Tessa Waugh, whose distress about the snags of middle age fades away with some rousing festive spirits
'Monaco deserved this victory
Seemingly destined always to play the bridesmaid’s role, Harrie Smolders’ great partner Monaco finally tops an incidentpacked Rolex grand prix
'It had to end sometime'
The closure of beloved Hampshire saddlery Calcutt Sons is a loss to the hunting and wider equestrian worlds, as Octavia Pollock reports
'You couldn't want for more
The Ludlow's peaceful country makes for a day in \"hunting paradise\"
The greatest gift of all
Christmas is fast approaching and while we all like a bit of tinsel, the festive season is also a perfect time for giving to a horse charity. Niki Hinman finds out some of the options
Winter him well
A horse's winter routine can differ dramatically from his summer structure but what’s the knock-on effect? Ellie Hughes asks vets how to optimise routine management for the season
Neat feet
Excellent hoof care is a year-round concern but the winter months present their own problems. Richard Stephenson MRCVS explains the seasonal challenges afoot and how to stay one step ahead
In bygone days
Modern vets have much scientific knowledge behind them, but what about their forebears? Kieran O’Brien MRCVS opens up the world of Victorian vets in London
'When I joined the Pony Club it was just two boys and 48 girls'
Pepsi Kohler on being delightfully outnumbered by girls in the Pony Club, a leg-up from a royal and the H&H advert that changed his life
