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Future of Practice Standards Scheme discussed at Congress
Pam Mosedale

The Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons (RCVS) are to give a talk on the future of the Practice Standards Scheme (PSS) at the forthcoming SPVS/VPMA Congress.

Pam Mosedale, a member of the Practice Standards Group, will discuss the ongoing review of the PSS and its aim to make the initiative more flexible and focused on behaviours and clinical outcomes, as well as assessing the benefits these changes will bring to the profession and the public.

The 2014 joint Congress for the Society of Practising Veterinary Surgeons and the Veterinary Practice Management Association takes place at the Celtic Manor Resort in Newport, Wales from January 31 to February 1. Pam Mosedale's talk entitled “PSS: What will it look like in 2015?” is scheduled for Saturday 1st at 9am.

The RCVS will also be holding free 45-minute surgeries with PSS Inspector Bob Lehner at the Congress. 

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Defra shares new Sanitary and Phytosanitary guidance

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 Defra has published guidance for the vet sector ahead of a proposed UK-EU Sanitary and Phytosanitary agreement.

The agreement, which will change the movement and trade of animals and related products, could see reductions in checks, paperwork and certification. As well as describing regulatory developments, the advice highlights the importance of animal ID, registration and traceability in disease control and other compliance arrangements.

The guidance can be found here. More detail is expected as negotiations progress. 

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Lords Committee opens Pet Parasite Medication inquiry

The House of Lords Environment and Climate Change Committee will launch its inquiry into Pet Parasite Medication (PPM) on Wednesday (3 June).

Focusing on treatments containing fipronil and imidacloprid, the inquiry will seek to understand distribution pathways and the impacts of PPM use and non-use on biodiversity and human health. It will also cover current regulation, monitoring, and the potential implications for pets and their owners.

The committee will hear evidence from environmental non-governmental organisations and research institutes. The public can follow the proceedings live on Parliament TV or in person in the Palace of Westminster.