Johnston takes BHA position

TRAINER Mark Johnston has been appointed as a director of the the British Horseracing Authority.

The Middleham handler, who is the Horsemen’s member nominated director, is renowned for his strong views on a number of issues in racing and he is looking forward to the challenge of working with the BHA.

He said: “I think it is vital in any business to have a very strong understanding of the product and I hope I can bring this to the BHA board.”