Calls were made at the National Equine Forum for everyone in the horse world to take responsibility for ensuring the future of equestrian sport. H&H reports...
We must all take responsibility for ensuring equestrian sport retains its social licence to operate – and thrives in future.
World Horse Welfare chief executive Roly Owers said all riders have a part to play in telling the story of how horse sport benefits all parties involved, at the National Equine Forum on 5 March.
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