A new Hunt Saboteurs group has been launched in West Yorkshire to combat local bloodsports using non-violent direct action to save the lives of animals.

The group was set up as a direct respose to the proposal and signing of a contract to begin shooting on the publicly owned Ilkley Moor; managed by Bradford City Council until their recent deal with the Bingley Moor Partnership to begin killing the grouse for 'sport'.

Other activities of the group include to monitor local hunts in the area when the season begins in September, and intervene where necessary. We are also currently planning meetings with the local police forces to discuss their actions to enforce the Hunting Act and bridge links in evidence gathering for prosecutions.

We also plan to begin a campaign, Dying for a Pint, to put pressure on pubs and hotels who are willing to host local hunts known for breaching the ban, and of course stop local shoots meeting at venues before going for a day's 'fun' killing wildlife.