The 55th International Conference of Horseracing Authorities, organised by the International Federation of Horseracing Authorities (IFHA), featured a panel on Equine Welfare, with a particular focus on the need for comprehensive traceability as well as retirement systems and pathways. 

Jamie Stier and Di Arbuthnot discussed the progress of equine welfare in these areas around the world. Stier serves as Racing Victoria’s executive manager, integrity services, and in this role, he is responsible for equine welfare, veterinary services, stewarding, investigations and compliance, licensing, and prosecution of cases for integrity services. He was appointed Chair of the IFHA Horse Welfare Committee in 2015. Arbuthnot is the chief executive for Retraining of Racehorses (RoR), Great Britain’s official charity concerning the welfare of retired racehorses. She also is the Chair of the International Forum for the Aftercare of Racehorses (IFAR) and has been instrumental in the formation of the forum in order to share best practices globally.