NSW greyhound racing inquiry makes call for submissions
The NSW Government has called for the general public to submit their input towards the Drake Inquiry into Greyhound Racing NSW (GRNSW) focusing on exploring animal welfare standards and integrity issues within the industry.
Lea Drake has been selected to serve as the Acting Commissioner, overseeing the inquiry proceedings set to commence on September 16, in Sydney’s William Street location.
Acting Commissioner Drake said, “We would like to encourage anyone who would like to contribute to the inquiry into Greyhound Racing NSW to come forward and lodge a submission.
“Industry participants, stakeholders, and members of the public are urged to contact us with information relevant to the Terms of Reference.
“That would include information about the welfare and care of greyhounds or any concerns about greyhound adoption or rehoming programs.
“We would also like to hear from you if you have information to share on racecourse safety and minimum track standards, or any concerns regarding the workplace culture and conduct at Greyhound Racing NSW, or its management, procurement, and recruitment practices.
“Submissions can of course be treated confidentially if required.
“It is absolutely essential that as many voices as possible be heard during this inquiry, so that we can reliably determine the veracity of a range of concerns with Greyhound Racing NSW,” said Drake.
Acting Commissioner Drake is due to report back to the Minister for Gaming and Racing, David Harris, by December 13, 2024.
The Drake Inquiry will inquire into, report on, and make findings in relation to:
- The welfare and care of greyhounds by GRNSW
- GRNSW’s processes and management
- Accuracy and reporting by GRNSW in relation to greyhounds and whether that reporting represents the true state of the greyhound racing industry
- Performance and effectiveness of GRNSW’s functions under the Act and the GRNSW Operating Licence
- GRNSW management’s response to compliance or concerns regarding organisational and workplace culture
- Any other relevant matters that arise during the Inquiry<
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Submissions should directly relate to the those ‘Terms of Reference’ which set out the full scope of the Inquiry.
Those who lodge a submission can request that it be kept confidential.
Members of the public and industry participants can make a submission by visiting https://nsw.gov.au/drakeinquiry or emailing [email protected]