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Proudly looking after the needs of our members working in the sport of horseracing
Good luck to our 2023 award nominees!
How we help our members
Representation
We represent you in trying to protect and improve your working conditions on the racecourse.
Advice
We provide advice and can help you in disputes with any racing body or racecourse.
Accreditation
We can advise, consult and provide reminders with the accreditation process for each individual racecourse meet.
Social
We organise a series of annual events which include our Derby Awards lunch in December.
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Broadcaster of the Year shortlist revealed
Thanks to all the HWPA members who voted in the Derby Awards last week. As a result of your...
Shortlists for the 2023 HWPA Derby Awards revealed
The HWPA is pleased to announce the shortlists for the Derby Awards that recognise the work of our members. They are listed here, along with the judges' citations. Voting has now closed and the awards take place on Monday December 5th. Racing Writer of the Year –...
2022 HWPA Derby Awards: winners and photos from the big day
It was a case of fifth time lucky for Peter Thomas at the 56th Derby Awards at the Lancaster London Hotel, the annual showcase for horseracing media organised by the Horserace Writers & Photographers Association and sponsored by Hong Kong Jockey Club, Coral and...
First Racing Media Week to launch next week
The HWPA will launch its first Racing Media Week to celebrate and showcase the work of our members in the build up to the 56th Derby Awards on December 5th. Starting on Monday 28th November, a series of interviews will be posted on our website with the sport's leading...