International showjumper Carmen Edwards critiques British Showjumping’s recent tack rule changes, highlighting poor communication and lack of transparency from the governing body. She questions the rationale behind banning certain bits and tack without clear evidence or consultation with members, suggesting a more democratic approach and better preparation time for competitors. Edwards also discusses the challenges and opportunities in British horse breeding, praising initiatives like the British Performance Horse auction for promoting homebred talent despite reduced continental buyers post-Brexit.

Additionally, Edwards proposes a digital solution to ongoing horse travel and welfare issues caused by paperwork delays at ports. She advocates for an app to store essential documents like carnets and health certificates electronically, which could streamline travel, reduce environmental waste, and save time and costs for vets and owners. She stresses the urgency of adopting such innovations to prevent persistent logistical problems in equestrian transport.