Horse racing will return behind closed doors in Wales this month.
The first fixture is scheduled for Monday 15th June at Chepstow racecourse, with summer Jumps racing at Bangor-on-Dee set to resume in July and racing at Ffos Las following in October.
The established protocols released for racing behind closed doors in the UK will be closely adhered to.
“I’m delighted to see the return of racing in Wales at Chepstow next month as ensuring that racing gets back up and running in all three nations of Britain has been a priority of the BHA in recent weeks as we look to maintain our nationwide footprint, and provide opportunities for trainers based in devolved administrations,” said BHA Chief Executive Nick Rust.
“The focus of our plans is on returning safely and I believe the public can be reassured by the measures we have put in place.
"Our participants have made sure they understand all that will be asked of them when they attend a meeting. Their priority, like ours, is to ensure continued observance of social distancing rules and prevent the virus spreading.
“I hope this is a vital first step towards a complete return for our industry in Wales, and we look forward to returning to race at Ffos Las, and Bangor-on-Dee later in 2020.”
Chepstow and Fflos Las Racecourses Executive Director Phil Bell added: “We are delighted to welcome the return of racing in Wales.
"There will be a lot of work to do for everyone to adapt the way we run race meetings and meet the stringent safety requirements that have been set out by BHA, but we are very much looking forward to meeting the challenge and getting back to work.”
