Parliament Workbench
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Standard Motion · S7M-00617 · Session 7

For All Animals, Scottish SPCA

Lodged by Patricia Gibson SNP Lodged 10 Jul 2026 4 supporters

The motion

That the Parliament recognises what it sees as the vital role that the Scottish Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals plays in improving the lives of all pets, wildlife and farmed animals across Scotland; notes that it is the only animal welfare charity with enforcement authority, meaning that its work goes beyond rescuing animals in distress; applauds the work of the inspectors, who thoroughly investigate reports of animal cruelty and neglect, as well as supporting people to look after their animals, the special investigations officers, who diligently tackle serious organised and protracted welfare crimes, such as the illegal puppy trade, and the animal rescue officers, who provide a responsive, caring and compassionate service when responding to animal rescue calls; acknowledges the work undertaken in communities to support animal owners, educate the public on animal welfare issues and provide rescue, rehabilitation and fostering services for animals in need; applauds the leading role the organisation has taken in shaping the national debate on animal welfare, working in partnership to drive meaningful change in animal welfare legislation, and supports its vision to make Scotland the best place in the world for animals to live.

Signatures by party

4 MSPs besides the lodger · 2 from other parties
SNP 2Lab 1Reform 1

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Vote

No recorded vote on this motion. Most motions are never debated, and many that are debated are agreed without a division. Vote records are published from 2011.

Supporters

4 MSPs

SNP 2 Lab 1 Reform 1

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SNP 2

Lab 1

Reform 1

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In the Official Report

No contribution in the Official Report cites S7M-00617 by reference.