Controversial new whip rules are to stay in place for now but the British Horseracing Authority is to take another look at them this week after a meeting with jockeys' representatives in London.

The regulations, introduced last Monday, have been referred to the BHA's Review Group, who have been asked to report back by "no later than the end of the week".

The Professional Jockeys Association met with the BHA to air concerns after a number of riders fell foul of the rules. Representing the PJA were chief executive Kevin Darley, riders Ryan Moore (pictured), Frankie Dettori, Tony McCoy and Richard Hughes, as well as trainer John Gosden.

Afterwards a statement from the BHA read: "The Authority's review of the use of the whip in horseracing was undertaken over 10 months by an expert working group involving widespread consultation and evidence gathering from stakeholders across the sport and more widely including animal welfare organisations and the general public.

"The Board has today reiterated its endorsement of the principles behind the review. The new rules, adopted by the Authority, received widespread support from across the industry.

"Any change to regulations must be carefully considered and subject to due process. This means that appropriate evidence needs to be reviewed and there will need to be engagement with other relevant parties.

"The Board has directed the Review Group to undertake this process and report back by no later than the end of the week. Until any changes are made, the current rules will continue to apply.

"The Board would like to thank the PJA for taking the time to attend this meeting and for their constructive engagement and commitment to work for the best outcome for British racing. The Board and Review Group will continue to liaise with the PJA in the coming days."

Darley responded by saying in a statement: "We will continue to work closely with the BHA to bring this matter to a satisfactory conclusion. We will await the Authority's response to the very realistic and sensible proposals the jockeys made to the BHA board.

"However, time is pressing and amendments to the new rules that jockeys believe are workable need to be adopted very soon. As far as jockeys are concerned the current situation cannot continue, and we have made that clear to the BHA. A resolution to this issue must be found."