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“9 Animal Rising supporters were sentenced for their participation in 2023's
disruption of the Grand National, calling for a ban on the cruel "sport". They
were each handed 200+ hours of community service, alongside £133 in
court fees. #grandnational #bandthegrandnational.
Even though the public recognise that the Grand National’s time is up, and
horses continue to die year after year in the name of “sport”, the Crown
Prosecution Service still see it fit to pursue convictions and punishment for
those who try to protect these horses.
Donate to the trial support fund, and help defendants facing legal action
for taking a stand against cruelty.”
A post, dated 18 April 2025, 33 states as follows:
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“The latest racing horse deaths, most recently at Cheltenham, reveal
“exercise - associated sudden death” is the racing industry’s new buzzword.
Whether these horses die of heart attacks, broken necks, or “undetected”
respiratory failure is irrelevant. A horse will die every other day on a British
track, and the racing industry is entirely to blame.”
A post, dated 12 April 2025, 34 states as follows:
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“Today we saw the few horses who made it to the finish line at the Scottish
Grand National violently whipped, while multiple horses fell or pulled up
injured.
We cannot call ourselves a nation of animal lovers while turning a blind eye
to the violence of horse racing.
Over the last week, this industry has exposed its grim reality to the viewing
public. This cruelty won’t end until racing is halted for good.”
22. A post on AR’s Instagram , dated 9 November 2024, 35 referred to the “ Grand National: Horse
Protectors in Court ”, stating that 24 “ brave campaigners ” appeared in court and pleaded not
guilty to public nuisance. It referred to the delay of the Grand National in 2023 and stated,
“ This couldn’t have happened without the incredible people who took a stand against cruelty
on that day. ” The post further stated, “ The racing industry is still dealing with the fallout of
increased scrutiny since this action, and we know public opinion is on our side.”
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