We are the regulator for licensed greyhound racing in Great Britain

A leading expert in the field of animal welfare, ethics and law, Professor Campbell is currently Senior Lecturer in Human: Animal Interactions and Ethics at the Royal Veterinary College, Professor of Veterinary Ethics at Nottingham University and Chair of the Ethics and Welfare Advisory Panel at the British Veterinary Association.

In addition to being an equine vet, Madeleine has a long-time interest in racing greyhounds, including previous experience as a track vet and as the owner of two retired greyhounds. Through her research, Madeleine developed and published the ethical framework for the use of horses in sport. Her work in animal welfare science, ethics and law has been recognised by Fellowship of the Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons.

Madeleine led on the development of GBGB's new long-term welfare strategy 'A Good Life for Every Greyhound'.

Angela joined the Board as an Independent Director in July 2021.

With a strong background in animal welfare, the former MP for Penistone and Stocksbridge served as Shadow Environment Minister and as a Senior Member of the Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (EFRA) Select Committee.

Throughout her parliamentary career, which spanned from 2005 to 2019, Angela was heavily involved in animal welfare issues – whether this was holding Ministers and public bodies to account as part of the EFRA Select Committee or through her membership of various All Party Parliamentary Groups, including those on Animal Welfare, Conservation and Wildlife and Game and Wildlife Conservation. As Shadow Environment Minister, Angela helped to develop the Labour Party’s policy around animal welfare and farming and built strong relationships with the major animal welfare charities. She was made an honorary life member of the British Veterinary Association in 2015.

Simon has been a practicing veterinary surgeon for the past 28 years, initially in mixed practice and more recently working exclusively within greyhound racing, with a special interest in the treatment and rehabilitation of race dogs.

A long-standing member of the GBGB Board, Simon was appointed Veterinary Director in 2010 and is Chair of the Veterinary Scientific Committee and the Doping and Medication Review Panel. He works closely with veterinary and academic partners around the world to ensure our sport remains at the forefront of research into greyhound care and welfare.

At home, Simon has a retired greyhound and continues to be deeply invested in promoting the homing of ex-racers.

Dave Baldwin has been in the industry over 40 years, starting out as a kennelhand then he moved to Cleveland Park as a Racing Office Assistant. When Sunderland opened in 1990 Dave was made Assistant Racing Manager and in 1993 was promoted to Racing Manager at Sheffield before being made Director of Racing at the Owlerton venue. In 2008 he moved to Nottingham Stadium as General Manager and in 2018 Dave became a Stipendiary Steward for the GBGB before becoming Head of Greyhound Racing for ARC in 2021.

David also sits on the BGRF and is an RCPA Director. He is a member of the GBGB Open Race Planning Committee and Rules Review Committee.

Peter has been involved in greyhound racing from a young age, beginning his career at the old Long Eaton Greyhound Stadium in Derbyshire. He held various roles at the track from parader and hare driver to photo finish operator and handicapper.

He gained experience as a greyhound trainer on the UK independent circuit before becoming a National Greyhound Racing Club trainer at Nottingham Stadium in 1997. He was appointed Trainers’ Practitioner on the Board in 2017 to represent the interests of licensed greyhound trainers across the country.

Away from greyhound racing, Peter is a keen horse-rider and was crowned Mounted Games World Champion in 1995.

Mark was appointed GBGB Commercial Director in 2020 when he also joined the Board as an Executive Advisor.

Mark has over 20 years' experience of working in the sports sector where he has held a number of high-profile commercial roles at organisations including Sunderland Association Football Club, Sports First, England Hockey, Oldham Athletic Football Club and Wembley Stadium.

As Commercial Director, Mark works closely with GBGB stadia and stakeholders to raise the profile of greyhound racing, widen its appeal to new audiences and explore new commercial opportunities.

Peter is a highly-regarded solicitor with several decades’ experience within the field of regulatory and disciplinary law, with a particular specialism in sports law and governance. He is a partner of Russell-Cooke LLP.

Peter’s understanding and experience of the regulatory processes within greyhound racing is unparalleled. Prior to his appointment as Independent Director to the GBGB Board in 2018, he was Chair of the GBGB’s Appeal Board, a post he held with the NGRC since 2006. Before taking his role on the Board he was also a member of the GBGB Impartiality Committee.

Peter holds a number of positions in sports regulation, including chairing Premier League Commissions and is an honorary legal advisor to the British Fencing Association. He has previously worked as a pro-bono advisor to the London Olympics and the Rugby World Cup for Ireland Rugby Union. He has also been Chair to various commissions held by Football Association Premier League.

Jeremy joined the GBGB Board as Chairman in 2018, bringing with him over 30 years’ experience of working in the private, not-for-profit and charity sectors.

A dedicated animal welfarist with a particular interest in canine welfare, Jeremy’s previous roles include Chief Executive of the RSPCA and a Director at Dogs Trust. Whilst at the RSPCA, Jeremy brokered key strategic relationships across the charity sector.

Prior to this, he also spent a number of years as Chief Executive of Freedom Food, the RSPCA’s ethical food label dedicated to farm animal welfare. There, he successfully rebranded the organisation as RSPCA Assured and devised and implemented a five-year strategic plan which turned it into a profit-making business for the first time.

In 2017, he set up JPC Consulting, where he continues to use his expertise to help individuals develop their business capability.

Mark joined GBGB in 2015 as Director of Regulation. He became Managing Director in late 2017 and Chief Executive Officer in 2021.

A career-police officer, Mark spent 30 years serving in the Metropolitan Police Force. His main commands were in firearms and public order, including for the Notting Hill Carnival and the 2012 Olympics.

As GBGB’s Managing Director, Mark’s philosophy has been one of openness and transparency in tackling the major issues of the sport, such as welfare, funding and promoting greyhound racing as a popular British pastime. He has been keen to strengthen the dialogue between partner organisations, government and other key stakeholders, spearheading a broad range of initiatives through the Greyhound Commitment to safeguard welfare and integrity across the sport.

A staunch advocate of greyhound rehoming initiatives, Mark has a retired racer of his own at home.