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Manchester Dogs Home fire: suspects released
Manchester Dogs Home
Around 50 dogs tragically lost their lives in the fire in September.

Teenagers arrested on suspicion of arson released without charge

Two boys arrested in connection with the devastating fire at Manchester Dogs' Home in September have been released without charge, it was announced yesterday (December 4).

Greater Manchester Police said the 15 and 17-year-old boys were arrested on suspicion of arson but have now been released.

Around 50 dogs are thought to have tragically lost their lives in the fire on September 11. Police were called to the home at around 7.20pm and firefighters worked through the night to control the fire. With help from courageous members of the public, fire crews managed to save about 150 dogs.

A JustGiving page set up to help the charity managed to raise nearly £1.5 million within a few days of the fire taking place.

The Cheshire Dogs Home, where most of the surviving dogs were relocated, had to close its doors due to the overwhelming numbers of well-wishers trying to visit in the aftermath, which gridlocked the M6 and M56.

Anyone with information about the case is asked to call the police on 101 or Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.

Image courtesy of Greater Manchester Police.

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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.