How will the Brexit deal affect horseracing and the breeding industry?

Free movement of horses between the UK and EU has ceased due to BrexitCredit: Edward Whitaker

A Brexit deal has been signed at the 11th hour, but what does the end of the transition period mean for British racing?

What changes on January 1?

Free movement of racehorses and breeding stock between Britain and the European Union ceases when the UK's Brexit transition period comes to an end.

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Bill BarberIndustry editor

Published on 31 December 2020inNews

Last updated 18:47, 31 December 2020

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