Government & Legislation

Holyrood Committee to review dog control law

The effectiveness of legislation that aims to ensure dogs are kept under control is to be examined by a Holyrood…

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Over 1,600 EU vet professionals respond to second RCVS Brexit survey

Over 1,600 EU-qualified veterinary surgeons and veterinary nurses have already responded to a second survey by the Royal College of…

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Webbox makes commitment to using 100 percent recyclable packaging

Pet food company Webbox has made its first steps to using 100 percent recyclable packaging by changing the trays used…

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Brexit threatens capacity of Welsh veterinary workforce, warns BVA

British Veterinary Association (BVA) resident John Fishwick called for urgent action to guard against a serious shortfall of vets in…

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BVA welcomes Cabinet Secretary’s statement on improving pet welfare in Wales

The British Veterinary Association (BVA) has responded to a range of new measures announced recently (19 June) to further improve…

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RCVS introduces two new committees to aid decision-making

The Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons (RCVS) has introduced two new committees and will also increase the frequency of public…

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New import rules on Caudata to come in July

New EU rules on the import of Caudata amphibians such as newts and salamanders are being introduced to the UK…

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Dog owners face £75 fine as beach walkers banned

A new rule has been brought in to stop dog walking on the UK’s busiest beaches with those ignoring the…

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Disciplinary committee suspends Republic of Ireland-based vet from register

The disciplinary committee of the Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons (RCVS) has suspended a Republic of Ireland-based veterinary surgeon from…

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London Assembly votes for mandatory scanning of run over cats

The London Assembly unanimously agreed on a motion to ask the London mayor to push for the mandatory scanning of…

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