The Latest Breaking News from the Greyhound Board of Great Britain

Greyhound racing just turned 100, and says its dogs are fine. But are they?

This year, greyhound racing in Britain turns 100 years old. The first race ran on July 24 1926 in Manchester, where six dogs chased a mechanical hare around a track.

The Conversation · Sep 15

England lags behind rest of world by allowing greyhound racing, MPs told

Exclusive: Thousands of dogs killed as claims of illegal drug doping and cruelty increase pressure on government for ban

The Independent UK · Apr 15

Illegal transport of greyhounds from Scotland to England revealed by activists

Scots-based trainers racing greyhounds in England are transporting dogs “illegally” and councils are failing to ensure they comply with animal…

The National (Scotland) · Mar 9, 2025