Good news for everyone who truly cares about pigeon racing. And make no mistake, this is not just another update. This is the kind of news that makes every fancier sit up and take notice. The Royal Pigeon Racing Association and the North West Homing Union have resolved their differences and reached an agreement that strengthens British pigeon sport instead of dividing it.
Take that in for a moment. Cooperation wins over conflict. And that is exactly what our sport needs.
What really happened
Tensions between the RPRA and the NWHU had been building for some time. Derecognition, rules, rings and financial obligations were all on the table. Issues that may sound technical, but in reality have a direct and serious impact on fanciers, clubs and competition structures.
Instead of letting the situation escalate or fighting it out in public, both organisations chose to sit down together. Openly. Honestly. With the interests of the sport as the priority. The result is a compromise where no one loses face, and pigeon sport as a whole comes out stronger.
The core of the agreement
The NWHU removed a disputed rule from its regulations, eliminating a major stumbling block. That takes courage and shows responsibility.
The RPRA then formally withdrew its earlier decision to derecognise the NWHU. This is a crucial step. The NWHU remains a fully recognised and active organisation within British pigeon sport.
The requirement for RPRA members to register NWHU rings has been abolished. Less bureaucracy, less frustration, and more focus on what really matters. Racing pigeons and the sport itself.
The RPRA will actively support the NWHU in its application to join the Confederation of Long Distance Racing Pigeon Unions of Great Britain and Ireland. This is significant. It opens the door to stronger cooperation in long distance and marathon racing and reinforces international alignment.
Finally, the NWHU committed to financial clarity and discipline. New members will only be accepted after confirmation, via the relevant RPRA regional office, that all outstanding obligations to the RPRA have been settled. Clear, fair and essential for restoring trust.
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Why this is a win for the sport
This agreement prevents fragmentation. It avoids camps, power struggles and internal battles. And let’s be honest, nobody ever wins from that. Least of all the fancier.
This is leadership done right. Mature governance. With vision. With the understanding that the future of pigeon racing is only secure when organisations work together rather than against each other.
A message that goes beyond England
What happened here matters far beyond British borders. Leaders choosing dialogue, compromise and shared responsibility are setting the right example. At a time when pigeon sport is under pressure, this is exactly the kind of leadership the sport needs.
The Pigeon Boss view
Pigeon sport does not grow through boardroom conflicts. It grows through unity, respect and clear agreements. This deal is not a sign of weakness. It is strength. It is forward thinking. And yes, it deserves to be recognised as top level good news.
This is how we keep the sport alive. This is how we build the future.
Jan de Wijs
The Pigeon Boss
