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Post by SALFORD GIRL on Jun 23, 2023 5:33:32 GMT
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Post by SALFORD GIRL on Jun 23, 2023 22:22:06 GMT
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Post by SALFORD GIRL on Jun 24, 2023 12:40:48 GMT
 TAKEN FROM 'TWITTER'
Nottingham Dogs
We are saddened to hear of news that Kath Bartlam @bartlamkath passed away peacefully on Monday 19th June after a short illness. Kath was never happier than when she was behind the bar at the stadium.
Funeral details will follow. RIP Kath 💜
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Post by SALFORD GIRL on Jun 27, 2023 20:16:45 GMT
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Post by SALFORD GIRL on Jun 28, 2023 13:44:29 GMT
 TRAINER PROSECUTED TAKEN FROM THE GREYHOUND STAR — JUNE 28, 2023Following an inspection and reports by the Greyhound Board of Great Britain, a suspended trainer has been sentenced to a total of 36 weeks in prison. Rebecca Perkins, who pleaded guilty to two counts of animal cruelty and one count of animal suffering, was sentenced at Scarborough Magistrate’s Court on Tuesday 27th June 2023. She has also been given a lifetime ban from keeping animals.
Having been alerted to a possible case of animal suffering, GBGB’s Stipendiary Steward Simon Storey visited Perkins’ kennels in September last year and found that the animals were not receiving the care and treatment required. He immediately arranged for all the dogs to be removed from the kennels and within hours they were being seen by vets and being moved to homing centres. Since then, GBGB has worked closely with the authorities as they brought charges against Perkins providing whatever information or assistance was required.
GBGB will now conduct its own disciplinary hearing into this matter which could result in a lifetime ban from the sport.
Mark Bird, Chief Executive of GBGB, said: “It was our own investigation that first uncovered this and we immediately took all the necessary steps to ensure appropriate action was taken to safeguard the wellbeing of the greyhounds. There is absolutely no place for any mistreatment of greyhounds within our sport and, as the regulator of licensed greyhound racing, we will always place the health and welfare of the animals above all other considerations. Whilst this case is very distressing, it is an isolated case and through our robust regulatory practices and policies, we ensure that all registered greyhounds are given the care and protection they deserve at all times.” |
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Post by SALFORD GIRL on Jun 28, 2023 22:51:22 GMT
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Post by SALFORD GIRL on Jun 29, 2023 13:53:20 GMT
GREYHOUND RACING MEETING WITH ANIMAL RISING INFORMATION VIA GREYHOUND STAR — JUNE 29, 2023 Members of GBGB and a representative from Towcester Greyhound Stadium met with members of Animal Rising (AR) today in Central London.
The meeting, which was at the invitation of AR, was for them to outline their viewpoints and to communicate their plans ahead of any direct action protests at the Greyhound Derby Final at Towcester this coming Saturday.
Following the meeting, GBGB Chief Executive Mark Bird said: “We felt it was the right thing to do in terms of meeting with Animal Rising. Whilst we are diametrically opposed, the meeting allowed us the opportunity to state that licensed greyhound racing is a legitimate sport with welfare at its heart and that our greyhounds are very much cared for and loved by those involved within the sport. The meeting also provided us with the opportunity to see that AR have an animal rights – not an animal welfare – agenda. Moreover, it was disappointing that a group that claims to be driven by science has only a cursory knowledge of our sport and has not even taken the time to find out about the practices which are in place to promote and protect greyhound welfare.
“What Animal Rising is proposing by way of an incursion onto the track at the Derby Final is both illegal and totally reckless. As well as endangering those protestors who attempt to run on to the track this also risks the safety of those who have to intervene to remove them from the track. Most notably, this presents very real risks to the wellbeing of the greyhounds themselves who AR are supposedly trying to protect.
“Everyone respects the right to lawful and peaceful protest but what Animal Rising is proposing by way of direct action is totally untenable in terms of safety and we have made those exact comments at today’s meeting.”
Shaun Reynolds of Fortitude Communications and representing Towcester Racecourse added: “Peaceful protest is a critical aspect of any democracy, and we have no issue with campaigners demonstrating their views in a lawful manner.
“However, Animal Rising’s plans for Saturday’s English Greyhound Derby sit outside this bracket. Unlawful behaviour will not be tolerated, and we are in constant dialogue with Northamptonshire Police and our security operation to minimise any potential disruption.
“We are reassured by Animal Rising’s promise not to enter our track while a race is taking place. This promise does not take away from the extraordinary lack of knowledge Animal Rising and its members have concerning greyhound racing and the requirements of the breed which was evidential during our meeting.
“Saturday’s card will showcase greyhound racing at its very best and we look forward to welcoming racegoers trackside for one of UK sport’s most recognisable and prestigious events.” |
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Post by SALFORD GIRL on Jun 30, 2023 21:26:49 GMT
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Post by SALFORD GIRL on Jun 30, 2023 22:21:07 GMT
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Post by SALFORD GIRL on Jul 3, 2023 11:49:28 GMT
 Great to see Ex Belle Vue owners {Pebble Beach} Mr and Mrs Ball
enjoying themselves down at Towcester for this years Greyhound Derby Final... |
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