Some 10,000 horses move freely between the UK and Ireland, but that could all change if a "hard Brexit" is implemented.
Some 10,000 horses move freely between the UK and Ireland, but that could all change if a "hard Brexit" is implemented.
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The racing industries of both countries rely heavily on the free movement of horses: Britain for a supply of racehorses, and Ireland for the sale of them.
The racing industries of both countries rely heavily on the free movement of horses: Britain for a supply of racehorses, and Ireland for the sale of them.
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The British Horseracing Authority (BHA) hopes to "maintain the free movement of thoroughbreds within Europe."
The British Horseracing Authority (BHA) hopes to "maintain the free movement of thoroughbreds within Europe."
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Irish horse breeders have already cut their stud fees following the sterling's decline against major currencies.
Irish horse breeders have already cut their stud fees following the sterling's decline against major currencies.
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But the BHA also says that, while challenges remain, there are "opportunities presented by Brexit."
But the BHA also says that, while challenges remain, there are "opportunities presented by Brexit."
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