Three people have been released on bail after they were held by police in connection with the vandalism of a pro-hunting organisation's stand.

The two women and one man, all aged 19 or 20, must report to a police station on November 30 while further inquiries are made.

The three were arrested in the early hours of Wednesday after the Countryside Alliance stall at the Labour Party conference was attacked, causing damage worth £2,500.

All had security clearance for the event which was guarded by more than 1,000 police.

Robert Gray, the organisation's campaign director, found the ruined stall on Wednesday morning, the third day of the conference.

Parts of a backdrop showing hunting, shooting and fishing, had been slashed and black marker pen had been scribbled over the organisation's name.

He said: "I am not surprised this has happened but I am saddened."

Saturday, October 1, 2005