Guest guest Posted August 23, 2005 Report Share Posted August 23, 2005 A good result, shaby tactics though - arson & death threats? I cant condone that. The Valley Vegan............ Targeted guinea pig farm closes The Hall family said they would return to traditional farmingA farm is to stop breeding guinea pigs for medical research after intimidation by animal rights activists. The family-run Darley Oaks Farm in Newchurch, Staffordshire, has been at the centre of a campaign of abuse. The owners and people connected with the business have received death threats during the six-year onslaught. The family said they hoped the decision would prompt the return of the body of their relative Gladys Hammond, whose remains were stolen from a churchyard. I just feel so angry that these animal rights activists have won Rod Harvey, former farm supplier Groups react to decision Send us your comments The remains were taken from her grave in nearby Yoxall in October. Mrs Hammond, who was buried in St Peter's churchyard seven years ago, was the mother-in-law of Christopher Hall, part-owner of the farm. In a statement, a close relative of Mrs Hammond, who declined to be named, said there was now no reason why her body could not be returned. "Gladys was a relative of the Halls by marriage only and had no involvement in guinea pig breeding. "She was a kind, gentle country lady who loved animals. She was also friendly, generous and loving and always put her family first." 'Fantastic day' The Hall family have been subjected to hate mail, malicious phone calls, hoax bombs and arson attacks. A spokeswoman for David Hall and Partners confirmed that the business, where several thousand guinea pigs are reared, was to stop breeding animals for medical research. The Hall family is now expected to concentrate on the arable side of the business. The family hope that the remains of Gladys Hammond will be returned Campaigners who have legitimately picketed the farm over recent years said they would continue their protest until the guinea pig breeding operation officially closed at the end of the year. Johnny Holmes, a spokesman for Stop the Newchurch Guinea Pigs, said: "This is the most fantastic day of my life. "It's a victory for the animals and it's a fundamental victory for the animal rights movement. "Ideally, I wish they would close down today and hand them over. We want those guinea pigs out." In a statement, the Association of British Pharmaceutical Industry (ABPI ) expressed its best wishes to the family and said their decision was "regrettable but understandable". Director of the ABPI Philip Wright said guinea pigs had been essential in research into respiratory disease resulting in breakthroughs in the development of new medicines. 'Not a victory' "The activities of a few animal rights extremists have placed impossible pressure on those going about their legitimate business," he said. "While animal rights extremists are likely to be only one factor in the final decision, it does underline the need for greater protection of those individuals and companies targeted." David Bird, from Staffordshire Police, told BBC Radio 4 it had been impossible to give complete protection because the campaign had been so widespread. "We have had some success in dealing with those responsible. What I would say is that this closure is not a victory for anybody," he said. Protesters have used graffiti to get their message across "This campaign has done absolutely nothing to further the cause of animal rights." Rod Harvey supplied fuel to the farm and endured four years of abuse from activists before he was forced to cease trading with the Halls. The 63-year-old businessman said he received threatening letters, including one accusing him of being a paedophile which was then sent to a number of people he knew. "In December 2003 a brick came through the window of my front door, hitting my foot and cutting my hand," he said. "In view of what they (the Hall family) and their staff have had to put up with I'm not surprised that they have stopped breeding guinea pigs. "I just feel so angry that these animal rights activists have won." Peter H Messenger NEW - crystal clear PC to PC calling worldwide with voicemail Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted August 23, 2005 Report Share Posted August 23, 2005 "This campaign has done absolutely nothing to further the cause of animal rights." Huh? Sure seems like it has. I too cannot condone arson & death threats.peter hurd <swpgh01 wrote: A good result, shaby tactics though - arson & death threats? I cant condone that. The Valley Vegan............ Targeted guinea pig farm closes The Hall family said they would return to traditional farmingA farm is to stop breeding guinea pigs for medical research after intimidation by animal rights activists. The family-run Darley Oaks Farm in Newchurch, Staffordshire, has been at the centre of a campaign of abuse. The owners and people connected with the business have received death threats during the six-year onslaught. The family said they hoped the decision would prompt the return of the body of their relative Gladys Hammond, whose remains were stolen from a churchyard. I just feel so angry that these animal rights activists have won Rod Harvey, former farm supplier Groups react to decision Send us your comments The remains were taken from her grave in nearby Yoxall in October. Mrs Hammond, who was buried in St Peter's churchyard seven years ago, was the mother-in-law of Christopher Hall, part-owner of the farm. In a statement, a close relative of Mrs Hammond, who declined to be named, said there was now no reason why her body could not be returned. "Gladys was a relative of the Halls by marriage only and had no involvement in guinea pig breeding. "She was a kind, gentle country lady who loved animals. She was also friendly, generous and loving and always put her family first." 'Fantastic day' The Hall family have been subjected to hate mail, malicious phone calls, hoax bombs and arson attacks. A spokeswoman for David Hall and Partners confirmed that the business, where several thousand guinea pigs are reared, was to stop breeding animals for medical research. The Hall family is now expected to concentrate on the arable side of the business. The family hope that the remains of Gladys Hammond will be returned Campaigners who have legitimately picketed the farm over recent years said they would continue their protest until the guinea pig breeding operation officially closed at the end of the year. Johnny Holmes, a spokesman for Stop the Newchurch Guinea Pigs, said: "This is the most fantastic day of my life. "It's a victory for the animals and it's a fundamental victory for the animal rights movement. "Ideally, I wish they would close down today and hand them over. We want those guinea pigs out." In a statement, the Association of British Pharmaceutical Industry (ABPI ) expressed its best wishes to the family and said their decision was "regrettable but understandable". Director of the ABPI Philip Wright said guinea pigs had been essential in research into respiratory disease resulting in breakthroughs in the development of new medicines. 'Not a victory' "The activities of a few animal rights extremists have placed impossible pressure on those going about their legitimate business," he said. "While animal rights extremists are likely to be only one factor in the final decision, it does underline the need for greater protection of those individuals and companies targeted." David Bird, from Staffordshire Police, told BBC Radio 4 it had been impossible to give complete protection because the campaign had been so widespread. "We have had some success in dealing with those responsible. What I would say is that this closure is not a victory for anybody," he said. Protesters have used graffiti to get their message across "This campaign has done absolutely nothing to further the cause of animal rights." Rod Harvey supplied fuel to the farm and endured four years of abuse from activists before he was forced to cease trading with the Halls. The 63-year-old businessman said he received threatening letters, including one accusing him of being a paedophile which was then sent to a number of people he knew. "In December 2003 a brick came through the window of my front door, hitting my foot and cutting my hand," he said. "In view of what they (the Hall family) and their staff have had to put up with I'm not surprised that they have stopped breeding guinea pigs. "I just feel so angry that these animal rights activists have won." Peter H Messenger NEW - crystal clear PC to PC calling worldwide with voicemail Jonnie Start your day with - make it your home page Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted August 23, 2005 Report Share Posted August 23, 2005 I agree - but the vast majority of people who have been campaigning have just been fairly aggressive, not doing anything illegal. There are always extremists in any group. Jo - peter hurd Tuesday, August 23, 2005 9:22 PM Re: Re: Targeted guinea pig farm closes A good result, shaby tactics though - arson & death threats? I cant condone that. The Valley Vegan............ Targeted guinea pig farm closes The Hall family said they would return to traditional farmingA farm is to stop breeding guinea pigs for medical research after intimidation by animal rights activists. The family-run Darley Oaks Farm in Newchurch, Staffordshire, has been at the centre of a campaign of abuse. The owners and people connected with the business have received death threats during the six-year onslaught. The family said they hoped the decision would prompt the return of the body of their relative Gladys Hammond, whose remains were stolen from a churchyard. I just feel so angry that these animal rights activists have won Rod Harvey, former farm supplier Groups react to decision Send us your comments The remains were taken from her grave in nearby Yoxall in October. Mrs Hammond, who was buried in St Peter's churchyard seven years ago, was the mother-in-law of Christopher Hall, part-owner of the farm. In a statement, a close relative of Mrs Hammond, who declined to be named, said there was now no reason why her body could not be returned. "Gladys was a relative of the Halls by marriage only and had no involvement in guinea pig breeding. "She was a kind, gentle country lady who loved animals. She was also friendly, generous and loving and always put her family first." 'Fantastic day' The Hall family have been subjected to hate mail, malicious phone calls, hoax bombs and arson attacks. A spokeswoman for David Hall and Partners confirmed that the business, where several thousand guinea pigs are reared, was to stop breeding animals for medical research. The Hall family is now expected to concentrate on the arable side of the business. The family hope that the remains of Gladys Hammond will be returned Campaigners who have legitimately picketed the farm over recent years said they would continue their protest until the guinea pig breeding operation officially closed at the end of the year. Johnny Holmes, a spokesman for Stop the Newchurch Guinea Pigs, said: "This is the most fantastic day of my life. "It's a victory for the animals and it's a fundamental victory for the animal rights movement. "Ideally, I wish they would close down today and hand them over. We want those guinea pigs out." In a statement, the Association of British Pharmaceutical Industry (ABPI ) expressed its best wishes to the family and said their decision was "regrettable but understandable". Director of the ABPI Philip Wright said guinea pigs had been essential in research into respiratory disease resulting in breakthroughs in the development of new medicines. 'Not a victory' "The activities of a few animal rights extremists have placed impossible pressure on those going about their legitimate business," he said. "While animal rights extremists are likely to be only one factor in the final decision, it does underline the need for greater protection of those individuals and companies targeted." David Bird, from Staffordshire Police, told BBC Radio 4 it had been impossible to give complete protection because the campaign had been so widespread. "We have had some success in dealing with those responsible. What I would say is that this closure is not a victory for anybody," he said. Protesters have used graffiti to get their message across "This campaign has done absolutely nothing to further the cause of animal rights." Rod Harvey supplied fuel to the farm and endured four years of abuse from activists before he was forced to cease trading with the Halls. The 63-year-old businessman said he received threatening letters, including one accusing him of being a paedophile which was then sent to a number of people he knew. "In December 2003 a brick came through the window of my front door, hitting my foot and cutting my hand," he said. "In view of what they (the Hall family) and their staff have had to put up with I'm not surprised that they have stopped breeding guinea pigs. "I just feel so angry that these animal rights activists have won." Peter H Messenger NEW - crystal clear PC to PC calling worldwide with voicemail Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted August 23, 2005 Report Share Posted August 23, 2005 Wellll, I know what those tactics would have gotten them here. And it wouldn't have been a victory! They are no different than the folks who think murder is the answer to their causes! In fact, they are no different, if not worse than the folks they are picketing!! Lynda - Jonnie Hellens Tuesday, August 23, 2005 2:07 PM Re: Re: Targeted guinea pig farm closes "This campaign has done absolutely nothing to further the cause of animal rights." Huh? Sure seems like it has. I too cannot condone arson & death threats.peter hurd <swpgh01 wrote: A good result, shaby tactics though - arson & death threats? I cant condone that. The Valley Vegan............ Targeted guinea pig farm closes The Hall family said they would return to traditional farmingA farm is to stop breeding guinea pigs for medical research after intimidation by animal rights activists. The family-run Darley Oaks Farm in Newchurch, Staffordshire, has been at the centre of a campaign of abuse. The owners and people connected with the business have received death threats during the six-year onslaught. The family said they hoped the decision would prompt the return of the body of their relative Gladys Hammond, whose remains were stolen from a churchyard. I just feel so angry that these animal rights activists have won Rod Harvey, former farm supplier Groups react to decision Send us your comments The remains were taken from her grave in nearby Yoxall in October. Mrs Hammond, who was buried in St Peter's churchyard seven years ago, was the mother-in-law of Christopher Hall, part-owner of the farm. In a statement, a close relative of Mrs Hammond, who declined to be named, said there was now no reason why her body could not be returned. "Gladys was a relative of the Halls by marriage only and had no involvement in guinea pig breeding. "She was a kind, gentle country lady who loved animals. She was also friendly, generous and loving and always put her family first." 'Fantastic day' The Hall family have been subjected to hate mail, malicious phone calls, hoax bombs and arson attacks. A spokeswoman for David Hall and Partners confirmed that the business, where several thousand guinea pigs are reared, was to stop breeding animals for medical research. The Hall family is now expected to concentrate on the arable side of the business. The family hope that the remains of Gladys Hammond will be returned Campaigners who have legitimately picketed the farm over recent years said they would continue their protest until the guinea pig breeding operation officially closed at the end of the year. Johnny Holmes, a spokesman for Stop the Newchurch Guinea Pigs, said: "This is the most fantastic day of my life. "It's a victory for the animals and it's a fundamental victory for the animal rights movement. "Ideally, I wish they would close down today and hand them over. We want those guinea pigs out." In a statement, the Association of British Pharmaceutical Industry (ABPI ) expressed its best wishes to the family and said their decision was "regrettable but understandable". Director of the ABPI Philip Wright said guinea pigs had been essential in research into respiratory disease resulting in breakthroughs in the development of new medicines. 'Not a victory' "The activities of a few animal rights extremists have placed impossible pressure on those going about their legitimate business," he said. "While animal rights extremists are likely to be only one factor in the final decision, it does underline the need for greater protection of those individuals and companies targeted." David Bird, from Staffordshire Police, told BBC Radio 4 it had been impossible to give complete protection because the campaign had been so widespread. "We have had some success in dealing with those responsible. What I would say is that this closure is not a victory for anybody," he said. Protesters have used graffiti to get their message across "This campaign has done absolutely nothing to further the cause of animal rights." Rod Harvey supplied fuel to the farm and endured four years of abuse from activists before he was forced to cease trading with the Halls. The 63-year-old businessman said he received threatening letters, including one accusing him of being a paedophile which was then sent to a number of people he knew. "In December 2003 a brick came through the window of my front door, hitting my foot and cutting my hand," he said. "In view of what they (the Hall family) and their staff have had to put up with I'm not surprised that they have stopped breeding guinea pigs. "I just feel so angry that these animal rights activists have won." 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