British horseracing strikes on 10 September over proposed betting tax rise
The British Horseracing Authority announced a one-day strike on 10 September 2025 to protest a proposed increase in betting taxes from 15% to 21%. This marks the first time the sport has voluntarily refused to race in modern history.
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Sign in or subscribeBrowse free archive reportsThe British Horseracing Authority announced a one-day strike on 10 September 2025 to protest a proposed increase in betting taxes from 15% to 21%. This marks the first time the sport has voluntarily refused to race in modern history.