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Next steps for veterinary services for household pets: what the CMA's remedies mean in practice

Next steps for veterinary services for household pets: what the CMA's remedies mean in practice

Friday, 12 June 2026

A speech by Martin Coleman, Non-Executive Director and Panel Chair, delivered at BVA Live 2026....

Topical hormone treatments: pet owners warned of risks to pets from accidental exposure

Topical hormone treatments: pet owners warned of risks to pets from accidental exposure

Thursday, 11 June 2026

Topical hormone products such as gels and creams can be absorbed accidentally by pets through close contact....

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Government welcomes expert led recommendations for a new bovine TB eradication strategy

Government welcomes expert led recommendations for a new bovine TB eradication strategy

Wednesday, 10 June 2026

Experts recommend new science-led approach aiming to protect farmers and reduce infection...

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Bluetongue: latest situation

Bluetongue: latest situation

Monday, 08 June 2026

Overview of current bluetongue cases, risk level, vaccinations and restrictions....

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Bird flu (avian influenza): latest situation in England

Bird flu (avian influenza): latest situation in England

Thursday, 04 June 2026

Find out about the latest bird flu situation in England and guidance for bird keepers and the public....

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Warning on oak processionary moth issued ahead of peak season

Warning on oak processionary moth issued ahead of peak season

Monday, 01 June 2026

Public and forestry trade vigilance needed as we enter the greatest risk period for oak processionary moth (OPM)....

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Flagship APHA facility marks 50 years of wildlife science

Flagship APHA facility marks 50 years of wildlife science

Thursday, 28 May 2026

Animal and Plant Health Agency's National Wildlife Management Centre marks landmark half century of protecting animal and human health...

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Wildlife habitat in most cherished landscapes set to be restored

Wildlife habitat in most cherished landscapes set to be restored

Sunday, 24 May 2026

£30 million investment important step toward protecting 30% of England's land for nature by 2030...

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Government ramps up plans to protect Britain’s pig sector against African and classical swine fever

Government ramps up plans to protect Britain’s pig sector against African and classical swine fever

Thursday, 14 May 2026

New strategy launched to strengthen UK preparedness against African and classical swine fever ...

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Pet owners urged to take care when using flea and tick treatments to help protect our waterways

Pet owners urged to take care when using flea and tick treatments to help protect our waterways

Tuesday, 12 May 2026

VMD launches campaign on protecting UK waterways from contamination from flea and tick treatments ...

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Historic protections for renters in action across England

Historic protections for renters in action across England

Thursday, 30 April 2026

The most historic changes to private renting in England now give 11 million tenants landmark new rights and protections that will transform their expe...

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Call for evidence launches on pet flea and tick treatments in UK waterways

Call for evidence launches on pet flea and tick treatments in UK waterways

Thursday, 16 April 2026

New drive could help reduce environmental impact ...

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Appointments to the Animals in Science Committee: April 2026

Appointments to the Animals in Science Committee: April 2026

Thursday, 09 April 2026

The Lords Minister has appointed 6 new members to the Animals in Science Committee....

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Farmer who allowed waste to be dumped at beauty spot sentenced

Farmer who allowed waste to be dumped at beauty spot sentenced

Friday, 27 March 2026

A North Yorkshire farmer is sentenced for allowing waste to be dumped on his land following Environment Agency prosecution....

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Fungus among us!

Fungus among us!

Thursday, 26 March 2026

UK first for Sussex nature reserve – member of public stumbles on rare find....

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Trail hunting set to be banned

Trail hunting set to be banned

Thursday, 26 March 2026

Trail hunting is set to be banned in England and Wales....

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CMA concludes market investigation with major reforms to veterinary sector

CMA concludes market investigation with major reforms to veterinary sector

Tuesday, 24 March 2026

The CMA has set out its final reforms – which will start coming into force later this year – to help pet owners better navigate the vet services marke...

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Stronger protections to help protect threatened wild birds

Stronger protections to help protect threatened wild birds

Monday, 23 March 2026

New proposals to restrict recreational shooting of threatened wild birds...

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Foot and mouth disease: latest situation

Foot and mouth disease: latest situation

Wednesday, 18 March 2026

Current cases of foot and mouth disease, trade restrictions and risk level....

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New law comes into force to protect farm animals from dog attacks

New law comes into force to protect farm animals from dog attacks

Wednesday, 18 March 2026

New law now in effect strengthening protections for sheep, cows and other farm animals saving famers thousands of pounds each year....

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Foot and Mouth disease detected in Greece

Foot and Mouth disease detected in Greece

Tuesday, 17 March 2026

A case of Foot and Mouth disease has been detected in Greece....

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UK EU SPS Agreement   Legislation in scope

UK EU SPS Agreement Legislation in scope

Monday, 09 March 2026

To cut red tape and costs for importing and exporting with the EU, the UK will align with EU Sanitary and Phytosanitary (SPS) legislation....

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Businesses urged to take simple steps for smoother trade with the EU

Businesses urged to take simple steps for smoother trade with the EU

Monday, 09 March 2026

Businesses are being urged to take simple steps to prepare for the landmark EU agri-food deal, that will cut costs, slash red tape and open up opportu...

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Foot and Mouth disease detected in Cyprus

Foot and Mouth disease detected in Cyprus

Wednesday, 25 February 2026

Foot and mouth disease has been detected in Cyprus....

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Secretary of State's address to NFU26

Secretary of State's address to NFU26

Tuesday, 24 February 2026

Environment Secretary Emma Reynolds delivered a speech at the NFU’s annual conference...

Reynolds: Farm tech supercharged to boost profitability

Reynolds: Farm tech supercharged to boost profitability

Tuesday, 24 February 2026

Environment Secretary to announce £345 million to fund innovation, new technology and infrastructure to boost farm productivity and support the condit...

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18th century dog sculpture at risk of leaving the UK

18th century dog sculpture at risk of leaving the UK

Friday, 30 January 2026

A temporary export bar has been placed on an 18th century terracotta sculpture of a dog by Anne Damer...

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Pet owners to benefit from biggest vet sector reforms in 60 years

Pet owners to benefit from biggest vet sector reforms in 60 years

Tuesday, 27 January 2026

Clearer pricing will help pet owners compare costs and shop around, saving families money...

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Sheep carcase classification rules to deliver fairer prices for farmers

Sheep carcase classification rules to deliver fairer prices for farmers

Tuesday, 13 January 2026

New rules mandating classification and price reporting for sheep carcases come into force, bringing sector in line with beef and pork...

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New plans to improve welfare for laying hens and lambs

New plans to improve welfare for laying hens and lambs

Monday, 12 January 2026

New proposals to end the use of cages for laying hens and minimise pain during lamb castration and tail docking...

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