Harness Racing Victoria (HRV) has signed an information sharing agreement with the RSPCA.
HRV Chairman Dale Monteith said they had acknowledged animal welfare must be at the forefront of all decisions and this landmark agreement would strengthen ties of communication between the industry and the RSPCA.
“The sharing of information between RSPCA and HRV investigators ensures open communication between the two organisations, who share a common goal in regards to the important area of animal welfare,” Mr Monteith said.
“We are pleased to be able to announce this agreement today. HRV is as serious about animal welfare as the RSPCA and this decision will be welcomed by the harness industry.”
RSPCA Victoria Chief Executive Officer Dr Liz Walker said the information sharing arrangement would help to ensure animal welfare was a priority within the harness racing industry.
“This agreement will formalise the exchange of information between our respective investigations units,” Dr Walker said.
“We would hope that the sharing of this information about prosecutions and animal cruelty offences will help keep industry participants accountable for the welfare of the animals involved.”
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