GBGB files High Court claim for judicial review over Welsh ban

THE GBGB has filed a claim for judicial review in relation to the decision announced by the Welsh government in February to ban greyhound racing in the country.

A number of key stakeholders from across the sport are offering financial support.

Mark Bird, CEO of the Greyhound Board of Great Britain, said: “GBGB has always strongly opposed any ban on greyhound racing and continually encouraged policy makers to support robust regulation, which is evidently the most effective way to protect the welfare of racing greyhounds and the integrity and prosperity of the sport going forwards.

“We believe that our claim for judicial review is both strong and justified following the Deputy First Minister of Wales’ ministerial statement deciding to introduce a ban on greyhound racing as soon as possible.

“We are grateful to all those who are supporting this important claim as we strive to secure the future of the sport.”

The claim has been issued in the Administrative Court for Wales, King’s Bench Division, High Court of Justice.

Valley in Ystrad Mynach is the sole remaining operational track in Wales and switched to GBGB rules in late 2023.