Racing participants found guilty of using electronic devices on racehorses will face increased sanctions as welfare issues form the centrepiece of several imminent national rule changes.
From Thursday, the mandatory minimum ban for using an implement commonly known throughout the industry as a “jigger” will be extended from two years to five years.
Acting on a recommendation from the Chairmen of Stewards Committee (COSC), the move has received unanimous support from Australia’s principal racing authorities (PRAs).
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