Integrity and Animal Welfare Advisory Committee


Section 55 of the Racing Regulation and Integrity Act establishes the Integrity and Animal Welfare Advisory Committee.

 

The Integrity and Animal Welfare Advisory Committee has the following functions:

(a) to advise the Commissioner on any matter relating to –

(i) the welfare of animals involved in racing; and

(ii) biosecurity matters relating to racing; and

(iii) integrity in racing;

(b) to advise the Commissioner on any matters referred to it by the Commissioner;

(c) to provide a forum for consultation on policy matters relating to integrity in racing and animal welfare;

(d) such other functions as are prescribed.

 

Members of the Integrity and Animal Welfare Advisory Committee are:

  • Sean Carroll, Commissioner

  • Dr Martin Lenz (Chief Veterinary & Animal Welfare Officer, Tasracing represent​​​ative​)

  • Stephen Hall (department responsible for the administration of the Biosecurity Act 2019)

  • Deborah McSweyn (department responsible for the administration of the Animal Welfare Act 1993)

  • Andrea Dawkins (CEO, RSPCA Tasmania representative)

  • Sarah Wilson (Independent member)

  • Gary White (Independent member)


The Integrity and Animal Welfare Advisory Committee meets quarterly, as a minimum. ​

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