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The results from the latest survey of the British horseracing betting public was completed by the Horseracing Bettors Forum. The survey, which involved input from the British Horseracing Authority (BHA), ran from Mar. 28-Apr. 16. Among the notable findings were: That 65.7% of respondents "strongly agreed" or "somewhat agreed" that there are too many race meetings on Saturdays; That 49.4% of respondents considered seven races as the optimum number on a race card, followed by 26.6% in favour of six; That 76.6% of respondents stated that they would be interested...

A survey targeted at the approximately 6,000 racehorse owners registered in France was sent out to France Galop members via a newsletter on Thursday. The aim of the 50-question survey is to hear from as many people as possible regarding their views on their experiences in the racing world and to better understand their aspirations. The results will assist France Galop in improving the ownership experience. The survey deadline is May 10. To participate in the survey, please email  relationsmembres@france-galop.com.

In conjunction with the accounting and business advisory firm, Dean Dorton, the National Thoroughbred Racing Association is undertaking a nationwide survey focused on Thoroughbred horse farm employee compensation. The survey includes questions related to average hourly and salary pay rates for various positions, bonuses, health insurance, housing, visa programs, internships, retirement plans and more. The survey will serve to compare and share state-specific results to those of the nationwide respondents. All information from specific respondents will remain completely anonymous. Deadline to complete the survey is July 20: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/thoroughbredfarmcompensation2021

The Thoroughbred Breeders' Association (TBA) has launched a survey to assess the immediate impact on the British Thoroughbred breeding industry brought about by the COVID-19 pandemic. It is intended that the TBA will carry out a further survey of breeders' activities as the situation progresses in order to formulate a strategy to support the British breeding industry.  In the meantime it is seeking respondents to its initial survey, found via this link, by Friday, Apr. 24.