Ayr Racecourse will remain "alert" ahead of this weekend's Scottish Grand National after a week of protests at major sporting events elsewhere in the UK. Last week's Grand National at Aintree was delayed by animal rights protestors, some of whom managed to gain entry to the course. Around 17,000 people will descend on Ayr this Saturday, April 22 to watch the race, which takes place over four miles. A spokesman for Ayr Racecourse told the Scottish Daily Express "clearly we're going to be alert to any possible disruption". A spokeswoman told the Scottish Daily Express: "As with any large event, we are engaging with the organisers and an appropriate policing plan is in place."

Source: Express April 20, 2023 15:50 UTC