The Horseracing Integrity and Welfare Unit and RealResponse relaunch the unit's anonymous whistleblower platforms to enable Thoroughbred racing participants to submit tips regarding potential violations of the Horseracing Integrity and Safety Authority’s anti-doping and medication control program and racetrack safety programs.
At the time of the original launch on March 27, 2023, the platforms were accepting tips related only to ADMC program violations.
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Individuals who would like to submit tips should use the following contact options:
Phone line: (888) 714-HIWU (4498)
Text line: (855) 901-TIPS (8477)
Email address: [email protected]
“Opening up HIWU’s anonymous whistleblower platforms to those seeking to report potential racetrack safety program violations in addition to ADMC violations strengthens HISA’s uniform and efficient approach to safety and integrity in racing. It also simplifies the process for horsemen and industry participants seeking to ensure a safe and clean sport, which benefits everyone,” said Ann McGovern, HISA’s director of racetrack safety.
The text and email platforms are supported through a partnership with RealResponse. The telephone platform is supported by Ansafone. Using the designated telephone line, text line or email address, any industry participant can anonymously submit information for review by HIWU’s investigations unit. Submissions are accepted 24/7, and...
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