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Mike Flynn

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I started with the Scottish SPCA in May 1987:  Initiated and started the Scottish SPCA undercover unit, as a single unit, working on organised dog fighting, Badger baiting, puppy farms etc.  I wrote the first Inspectors instruction manual that was approved by Crown Office.

 

Currently responsible for; all uniformed staff within the Society, all Parliamentary issues relating to animal welfare regarding both devolved and reserved issues, dealing with all animals welfare related Government consultations, including oral evidence to both Scottish and Westminster Committees. I am the main contact for Scottish Government officials. First point of contact for any MSP’s, MP’s and Euro MP’s concerns.  Prepare and sign all MOU’s between Police Scotland, APHA and local authorities to avoid duplication of work.

 

I am a founder member of the original Links Group (exploring the link between animal and human abuse), Current member of the Science and Ethics Committee of Edinburgh Zoo. Independent external animal welfare advisor on the welfare and ethics committee of Scotland's largest scientific animal research company. 

I have assisted in implementing legislation in Jersey, North and Southern Ireland, Canada and Catalonia.

 

Awarded an MBE in the Queens 80th birthday honours list.

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