Katy Gallagher (ACT, Australian Labor Party, Shadow Minister for Finance) Share this | Hansard source

Labor will not support the Greens' motion. We agree that the images and evidence of animal cruelty are confronting and appalling, and we're deeply concerned that animal welfare failings have occurred with retired racehorses. However, there are a number of investigations and reviews underway, and the associated industries are working to ensure that systems are put in place to address the current failings. It's important to give these investigations and reviews the opportunity to do what they need to do and that the findings are made public to ensure that welfare standards are implemented and adhered to.