Bawtry-based trainer Tim Pitt will not appeal against the decision by the Thirsk stewards to fine him £6,000 (about €9,000) over the running and riding of Jordan’s Light on Saturday.

New starting procedures are being introduced by the Jockey Club in a bid to improve the behaviour of horses for stalls entry.

Gary and Jamie Moore will have their appeals against the penalties imposed following the running and riding of Lewis Island heard by the Jockey Club at 10.30am next Thursday.

Officials at the Jockey Club in England are planning a summit meeting in a bid to increase transparency in bloodstock deals.