There comes a time when any charity has to take unwelcome steps to defend either its reputation, or that of its employees or volunteers.
Unfortunately we have once again been the source of totally unfounded and malicious gossip which was inadvertently spread by a member of the public directly to one of volunteers.
Fortunately because we found out we were able to respond quickly by writing to the person concerned - a person with a high position within another animal rescue organisation. Unfortunately we also had to obtain some legal advice regarding defamation and slander.
The charity has been aware of the subject of these lies previously, and recognises the likely source. If someone repeats them again, because they are absolutely without any foundation whatsoever the charity will instruct its solicitor to take those necessary steps to obtain compensation from the individual or organisation concerned.
