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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'Sorry, but I wasn't feeling it'
Fresh from the opening meet, Tessa Waugh hasn't quite yet been bitten by the hunting bug. Without the crisp autumnal air and cheek-pinching cold she hoped for, it's a sluggish start
New pair pull off a win
A former European Championships pony is on form with his new rider, while elsewhere former showjumpers and eventers take ribbons
Lording it over the rest
Horses who have returned from injury, a second generation homebred and a long format specialist score on the final weekend of the British season
Smith hits flying form
A \"her way or no way\" mare helps Zoe Smith to an impressive ribbon haul and a rider beats his own boss to the top spot
Jankorado hits the jackpot
Paul Sims is triumphant despite his interrupted jump-off preparation and a borrowed horse comes up trumps
Peanut
From \"dangerous, scary\" to hedge-hopping brilliance, hunting has been the making of this unstable but very lovable equine character
She's a corker
Communication, says long-standing and highly respected Belvoir master Lady Sarah McCorquodale, is the key to all, as Catherine Austen discovers
Access all areas Cavalier Centre
The Cavalier Centre is a fully accessible, state-of-the-art equestrian centre designed to improve lives through horse-based activities. Ellie May Forrester pays a visit
'Use it or lose it'
Not everyone wants to reach for the pipe and slippers at a certain age. Becky Murray speaks to some veteran horse-and-rider combos for their secrets of human and equine longevity
A new way forward
Worm control in horses is vital, but established methods will not remain effective for much longer. Tim Mair FRCVS explains why and how we need to change
