Horse world must unite to have a viable future
EQUESTRIAN businesses have called for the industry to unite if it is to have a viable future.
The message came during debate at the Equestrian Employers Association (EEA) conference, at Stallion AI Services in Shropshire on 25 February.
The incoming rise in the minimum wage for all ages from 1 April, and the Conservative Party’s election pledge to raise this to £10.50 within five years for over-25s, sparked discussion on how equestrian businesses can survive.
“I don’t think any of us in this room want not to employ staff correctly — I don’t think anyone
