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  "publishedAt": "2026-03-24T10:23:20.000Z",
  "site": "https://www.horseandhound.co.uk",
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    "Opinion",
    "Showing",
    "National Pony Society (NPS)",
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  "textContent": "Mia Whitaker and BROUGHTON JACK JONES in The UKPH/Anthony Evans Insurance Young Riders M & M Supreme Championship at The Agria Royal International Horse Show, The All England Jumping Course, Hickstead, Sussex, United Kingdom. July 23rd 2025 ~ MANDATORY Credit Elli Birch/Bootsandhooves - NO UNAUTHORISED USE - 07745 909676\n\n**Rebecca Penny shares her thoughts on new classes and tack rule changes as the new showing season gets underway**\n\nFinally, it feels like we are getting a break from the relentless rain, and a new season is fast approaching. With it comes change, some of it a positive step forward, and some of it more contentious. I fully support rules that protect equine welfare, yet not every update inspires confidence. On the positive side, […]",
  "title": "‘Rules should be informed, practical, and evidence-based’ says Rebecca Penny after NPS outlaws a certain noseband"
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