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Post by SALFORD GIRL on Oct 20, 2017 19:12:00 GMT
www.gbgb.org.uk/news/2/2017/10/698/Registration-Fees-break-details-1st-November---31st-December-2017LATEST GBGB NEWS:Registration Fees break details: 1st November - 31st December 2017
20/10/2017GBGB today announced a 2 month ‘registration fees break’ commencing 1st November running until the end of 2017. Following this week’s GBGB Board meeting and discussion around uses for a small predicted budget surplus, it was agreed that all GBGB registration and transfers fees (not including stud book fees) would be waived from 1st November until 31st December 2017 inclusive which will enable owners and trainers to register new greyhounds and transfer ownership of greyhounds free of charge during this period. This will also include name changes for currently registered greyhounds.
GBGB trainers’ representative Peter Harnden said:
“Whilst the fees paid to register a dog or transfer a greyhound across from one owner to another etc. are part of the accepted everyday costs of racing greyhounds, to not have to cover these for two months, as a trainer, established owner or even someone new to the game buying their first greyhound, is great news. In the lead up to Christmas, which can be a tough time financially for everyone, news like this, on top of initiatives like the GBGB Xmas Bonus, is especially welcome”.
Current fees for standard registrations and transfers of ownership - £26. Name changes for currently registered greyhounds - £81. None of these charges will apply from 1st November-31st December 2017.
For any queries regarding registrations and fees, please contact the GBGB Registry on 0207 822 0925.
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Post by SALFORD GIRL on Nov 3, 2017 11:54:05 GMT
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Post by SALFORD GIRL on Nov 9, 2017 12:01:19 GMT
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Post by SALFORD GIRL on Nov 13, 2017 16:16:11 GMT
13/11/2017
www.gbgb.org.uk/news/2/2017/11/719/GBGB-Awards-2017
GBGB AWARDS 2017 THE 2017 GBGB AWARDS EVENING.
Park Plaza Westminster Bridge, 200 Westminster Bridge Road,
London SE1 7UT Sunday 28th January 2018 The contemporary designed Park Plaza Westminster Bridge will host the industry’s celebrated annual awards ceremony on Sunday 28th January 2018.
As in previous years the canine and human stars of the greyhound world will receive the hard-earned recognition they deserve in every race division and human award category.
Tickets are priced at £95 per person for this prestigious black-tie event (tables to seat groups of 10) and include a drinks reception, three course dinner, wine and entertainment until late.
Mark Bird, Managing Director, said:
“This year’s GBGB Greyhound of the Year awards are the culmination of a years’ worth of enormous effort both off and on the track and highlights the extraordinary work of those who have such a passion for the sport.
Last year our awards were generously sponsored by BAGS, Betfred, Charles Russell Speechlys, Coral, GMG, Ladbrokes, Press Association, Racing Post Greyhound TV, SIS and William Hill.
Again, sponsorship opportunities for the various awards at this year’s event are available and they offer a great opportunity for companies to showcase their brand and join us on an evening of celebration of our great sport.”
Rooms are available at the Park Plaza Westminster Bridge. We have negotiated a special rate with the Park Plaza and details will be released shortly.
We are expecting a high demand for tickets for this event, so please book early to avoid disappointment.
For further general information and the sponsorship opportunities available, please contact the GBGB on 0207 822 0907 or email awards@gbgb.org.uk.
Find out more about the Park Plaza Westminster Bridge here:
www.parkplaza.com/london-hotel-gb-se1-7ut/gbwestmi
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Post by SALFORD GIRL on Nov 15, 2017 18:01:07 GMT
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Post by BVADMIN on Nov 16, 2017 11:54:04 GMT
GBGB Latest News
Blog - GBGB Senior Stipendiary Steward - Rules
16/11/2017...Whether it's the Laws of football, cricket, tennis or rugby or the Rules of horse racing there is often debate over the merit of any Law or Rule and how it is applied by the respective authority be it umpire, referee, steward or governing Body. This debate is considered part of the fabric that makes supporting a team or individual in competition worthwhile.
Some of sports most memorable moments can center around key decisions about the Laws or Rules of a sport, did the ball cross the line in 1966? Was the ball out for John McEnroe in 1981? Should Australia have bowled underarm with the last delivery to New Zealand to win a match in 1981?
I would always consider that conversation and debate about any sport, in general, can be healthy. greyhound racing is no different. In my role as Senior Stipendiary Steward, I often find myself talking with owners, trainers and racecourse staff about the Rules of Racing, their meaning and their application in different circumstances. More often than not it comes from being on the receiving end of a perceived injustice.
Being the "go to" person regarding the Rules of Racing means I have to be definitive and consistent in my explanations. The first step is to understand the Rule. I have always tried to approach the reading of any Rule with a balanced mindset. What is the Rule's purpose? Why has it been written this way? Who is the Rule aimed at? What is the Rule trying to prevent? Sometimes putting yourself in the person's shoes who might be on the receiving end of any Rule helps to understand it too. It definitely helps that I have a working knowledge of the areas covered by the Rules of Racing built up over years within this sport.
The Rules of Racing have been developed over many years and to a great extent have stood the test of time. There are some areas that require updating in line with current practices and technology being used today but there are many that are fine as they are. GBGB has a review process for the Rules of Racing and a committee that meets quarterly to discuss any issues and propose amendments for consideration by the independent Greyhound Regulatory Board (GRB).
I am a member of both the Rules of Racing Committee (RRC) and GRB and it is often my duty to facilitate and manage any proposed changes to the Rules of Racing. It is important to note that the RRC comprises of each stakeholder group who consult with their members about any proposals before they are finalised. These can sometimes be fiery meetings but that shows how much people care about this sport and their livelihoods. I would be far more concerned if people were not interested in Rule changes and didn’t question what was being proposed in detail; it keeps everyone honest.
GRB has stated that a detailed review of the Rules of Racing should take place every three to five years. This is now underway. Part of this review will be to look at how the Rules of Racing are presented. This concerns everything from the language used to the numbering and how sections of the Rules are defined. This will be a massive task but one that every regulator has a responsibility to undertake as part of good governance.
I have been meeting with representatives from the British Horseracing Authority (BHA) recently as they are currently re-writing their own Rules. Interestingly, they are looking for a model similar to our very own Rules of Racing having moved away from a singular Rule book in 2009 during their last re-write. Sometimes things come full circle and we defiantly see that in our own industry too.
It is important not to make Rule changes as a knee-jerk reaction to something that might have happened as an isolated instance. "Hard cases make bad law" is a phrase our GRB Chair Robert Griffiths QC has often used. This phrase means that an extreme case is a poor basis for a Rule change that would cover a wider range of less extreme cases. In other words, a Rule change is better drafted for the average circumstance as this will be more common.
If anyone has any questions about the Rules of Racing, feel free to contact me, I'm always happy to help.
If you have any suggestions for changes to the Rules of Racing please contact your stakeholder representative. The RRC has never had a better representation of stakeholder groups than it has now and they would welcome your input.
Paul Illingworth
Senior Stipendiary Steward
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Post by SALFORD GIRL on Nov 17, 2017 8:09:25 GMT
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Post by maverick on Nov 20, 2017 20:23:08 GMT
Dont know if its been posted but new GBGB app up and running old one dead few improvements  |
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Post by SALFORD GIRL on Dec 1, 2017 14:28:37 GMT
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Post by BVADMIN on Dec 3, 2017 9:26:57 GMT
Nominations sought for kennelhand of year
THE search is on for the GBGB kennelhand of the year with the award to be presented at the annual awards evening at London's Park Plaza Westminster Bridge hotel on Sunday, January 28.
Sponsored by Bags, the winner will receive a trophy, £500 and accommodation at the Park Plaza on the night of the awards gala.
The GBGB relies on owners, trainers and friends to nominate those they deem worthy of national recognition with managing director Mark Bird saying: “This is a highly prestigious award that celebrates the work done by people who are the backbone of our sport, working hard over long hours and caring for the canine athletes in their charge.
“Anyone in the industry can forward their suggestions to us, not only owners and trainers, but we will need a few lines explanation as to why, in their opinion, the person nominated is worthy of winning this award.
“Previous winners have been kennelhands who have shown exceptional dedication and commitment to the sport of greyhound racing and the greyhounds themselves.
“We know that there are plenty of individuals out there to who have those qualities and we hope that they are recognised with a nomination.”
Nominations must be received by Tuesday, January 2 after which a panel comprising a number of industry experts will meet.
Nominations can be made by email to awards@gbgb.org.uk with the subject line ‘Kennelhand of the Year 2017’ and also including personal contact details.
The 2016 winner was Angela Harrison, who subsequently took over the training licence from partner Jimmy Wright.
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