Further arrests made in connection with disruption activities at Aintree Racecourse

We can confirm that a woman and a man  have been arrested outside Aintree Racecourse on suspicion of conspiracy to cause public nuisance.

The 25-year-old woman from London was arrested at about 11.20am this morning (Saturday, 15 April) and a 55 year-old man from Greater Manchester was arrested at approximately 11.50am.

Another woman, aged 33 years, who is from the London area, was arrested in the Greater Manchester earlier this morning in connection with potential co-ordinated disruption activities at Aintree racecourse.

All three are in custody where they will be questioned by officers.

 A spokesperson for Merseyside Police said: "Merseyside Police has been working with The Jockey Club and other partners to keep people safe during the Grand National Festival.

“We are aware of some people planning to protest at the event. This has been factored into our plans. We respect the right to peaceful protest and expression of views, but criminal behaviour and disorder will not be tolerated and will be dealt with robustly."