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Equine organisations launch Manifesto for Horses
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An estimated 3.5 million riders were inspired to take up horse sport by the London Olympic Games.
Government urged to put horses top of the agenda for the 2015 general election

The Equine Sector Council for Health and Welfare and the British Horse Industry Confederation have teamed-up to produce a Manifesto for the Horse for the 2015 General Election.   

The manifesto sets out measures to improve the health and welfare of horses, safeguard and expand the equine industry, and increase participation in horse sports.

Each year, the UK equine industry contributes around £7 billion to the economy. With around one million horses in the UK, the industry has a gross output of £3.8 billion a year and provides full time employment of about 200,000, many of which are in rural areas.

According to statistics released by the National Equine Database, an estimated 3.5 million people in Britain rode in 2010-11 and were further inspired to take up horse sport by the 2012 London Olympic Games.

The British Horse Industry Confederation say that horse sports engage a higher proportion than other sports of people with disabilities, women participants and participants over the age of 45, and nearly 40 per cent of those taking part do not participate in any other forms of physical activity.

The British Horse Society (BHS) are urging horse owners and riders to write to their local parliamentary candidates to highlight the importance of policies which support the development of the equestrian sector and protect the health and welfare of all horses in the UK.

BHS chief executive Lynn Petersen said: "By writing to your MP you can help to put horses at the top of the agenda for the 2015 General Election. You can make your MP aware of the issues facing the equine industry and the actions that need to be taken to enhance the health and welfare of one million horses, ponies and donkeys in the UK, increase access to the benefits of riding for all and support equine-related trade and businesses."

To download the 2015 General Election Manifesto for the Horse please click here.

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Webinar to explore history of KC breed registers

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 A free webinar exploring the development of the Kennel Club's registration system and the evolution of closed breed registers has been announced.

Hosted by Dr Alison Skipper, veterinary and research advisor at the Kennel Club, the webinar will delve into the development of the registry and how the changing landscape of scientific knowledge has shaped breeding practices. It will also look at what this means for the future of pedigree dogs.

The session will culminate with a look at The Kennel Club's ongoing and future engagement in this area, with a chance for attendees to put forward their thoughts and questions for discussion.

This event takes place on Microsoft Teams on Tuesday, 10 June at 7pm. To learn more, visit events.teams.microsoft.com  

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UK's BSE risk status downgraded

The WOAH has downgraded the UK's international risk status for BSE to 'negligible'.

Defra says that the UK's improved risk status recognises the reputation for having the highest standards for biosecurity. It adds that it demonstrates decades of rigorous animal control.

Outbreaks of Bovine Spongiform Encephalopathy, also known as mad cow disease, have previously resulted in bans on Britain's beef exports.

The UK's new status could lead to expanded trade and better confidence in British beef.

Christine Middlemiss, the UK's chief veterinary officer, said: "WOAH's recognition of the UK as negligible risk for BSE is a significant milestone and is a testament to the UK's strong biosecurity measures and the hard work and vigilance of farmers and livestock keepers across the country who have all played their part in managing the spread of this disease.