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Lemurs celebrate long-serving Queen
lemur with union jack
The zoo's 13 lemurs were photographed waving the flag in honour of the Queen's long reign.
Drusillas Park lemurs fly the flag

Patriotic lemurs have been pictured waving the Union Jack flag in honour of the Queen, after she became the UK's longest-serving monarch.

At 5.30pm on 9 September, Queen Elizabeth II had reigned for a staggering 23,226 days, 16 hours and around 30 minutes. She surpassed the previous record set by her great great grandmother, Queen Victoria.

To mark the occasion, the 13 lemurs at Drusillas Park in East Sussex were photographed waving Union Jack flags.

In the lemur world, it is the dominant female who rules so the group at Drusillas are used to having a matriarch.

Black lemur Clementine rules the roost at the zoo, reigning supreme over her family and nine ring-tailed lemurs. Nonetheless, she has a way to go before she matches up to Queen Elizabeth - she has so far been reigning for just over 2,100 days.

Image © Drusillas Park

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Animal Medicines Amnesty returns this November

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 Veterinary practices are being urged to help owners safely dispose of any unused and expired pet medicines - not just antibiotics - during November's Animal Medicines Amnesty.

Organised by the Responsible Use of Medicines Alliance Companion Animal and Equine (RUMA CA&E), the initative is supported by a range of cross-sector organisations.

Practices are encouraged to use the campaign to engage the whole practice team and raise awareness of the safe disposal of medicines with clients. Learn how your practice can get involved at rumacae.org.uk 

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APHA launches free virtual work experience programme

The Animal and Plant Health Agency (APHA), in collaboration with Springpod, has launched a free virtual work experience programme, giving young people across the UK the chance to explore careers dedicated to protecting animal and plant health.

The on-demand programme offers a unique insight into career opportunities within APHA, showcasing how students can contribute to tackling some of the UK's most critical biosecurity and environmental challenges.

Designed for students aged 13 and over, the course includes more than 10 hours of engaging content featuring real-life industry insights, scenario-based challenges, and practical guidance on applying for jobs. To register for the course, visit the APHA website.