In order to minimise the number of people entering a ring and to help the stewards ensure social distancing is maintained at all times, it has been agreed that no ponies will be stripped for conformation assessment in NPS qualifiers for 2021 only. This includes both flat ridden and WHP qualifiers. Ponies will be assessed for conformation with their saddles on and this should include boots if worn.
Please note that in HOYS & RIHS qualifiers it is mandatory for all ponies to be stripped.