Animal rights protesters who tried to interrupt Scottish Grand National fined

A judge said they “enjoyed public sympathy” but needed to use lawful methods in future

The case was heard at Ayr Sheriff Court (John Linton/PA)

Two animal rights campaigners who tried to stop the Scottish Grand National have each been fined £200.

Activists interrupted the Scottish Grand National at Ayr Racecourse, South Ayrshire, to “prevent horses from coming to harm” on April 22, Ayr Sheriff Court heard on Monday.