The controlling body for horse racing in Britain, founded c.1750 at the Star and Garter Coffee House, Pall Mall, London. In 1968 the Jockey Club and National Hunt Committee amalgamated.
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The Jockey Club was, until April 2006, responsible for the day-to-day regulation of United Kingdom horse-racing.
The Jockey Club was responsible for:
Race course medical and veterinary arrangements for riders and horses Employment and direction of race course Officials The licensing of racecourses Licensing of trainers, riders, valets The registration of owners and stable employees Disciplinary matters Security and anti-doping measures The conduct of racingThese regulatory responsibilities were transferred to a new Horseracing Regulatory Authority from 3 April 2006.
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