Farriers, horseshoe manufacturers, tack shops, saddlers, retailers, equestrian magazine publishers, specialist equipment suppliers, feed merchants and competition organisers will all be affected.
I hope that, distinguished equestrian sportsman that he is, he will feel satisfied at having cleared his first fence with consummate ease.
Hunting may be included as part of training in equestrian skills.
Hunting during duty hours may be undertaken only in mounted units at the commanding officer's discretion as part of training in equestrian skills.
An estimated 150,000 to 200,000 people are currently employed in equestrian industries.
After all, there are many in the equestrian community who abhor fox-hunting but who love riding.
They may participate in a range of equestrian activities including hunting.
They are providing such things as farm museums, which are most interesting, and equestrian centres.
