Third-level course sponsored by Greyhound Racing Ireland branded as 'cynical' 

Animal welfare campaigners accuse Greyhound Racing Ireland of deflecting scrutiny as TUS launches new accredited industry courses

Technological University of the Shannon (TUS) has signed a memorandum of understanding with GRI which will see them work together to launch two new programmes. Picture: iStock  

Campaigners have branded a move to launch accredited courses in collaboration with Greyhound Racing Ireland (GRI) as a “cynical attempt” to distract from serious animal welfare issues.

The Technological University of the Shannon (TUS) has signed a memorandum of understanding with GRI which will see them work together to launch two new programmes.