David was Veterinary Director for International Animal Welfare Consultants Ltd. He chaired both the Animal Welfare Working Group (2002-12) and the Laboratory Animal Welfare group (current) of the OIE (World Organisation for Animal Health). An internationally awarded animal health and welfare vet, on retiring from the New Zealand Ministry of Agriculture, he received a Queen’s Service Order (QSO) in the New Year’s Honours list. David joined WSPA as its Chief Veterinary Adviser in 2012.