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OIE members adopt first global strategy on animal welfare
The slaughter and killing of farmed reptiles for their skins and meat is one of the topics currently under review.

Strategy to set mutually recognised standards

The first global strategy on animal welfare has been adopted by the 180 members of the World Organisation for Animal Health (OIE).

Built on experiences and outcomes of regional animal welfare strategies, the strategy aims to achieve ‘a world where the welfare of animals is respected, promoted and advanced in ways that complement the pursuit of animal health, human well-being, socio-economic development and environmental sustainability.’

Among the key pillars of the strategy is the development of international animal welfare standards.

To set mutually recognised standards and to avoid duplication of effort, the OIE is cooperating in the creation of these standards with relevant international, regional and non-government organisations.

The slaughter and killing of farmed reptiles for their skins and meat is one of the topics currently under review.

The other pillars of the strategy are enhancing international veterinary services, communication with governments, organisations and the public to raise awareness of animal welfare, and the implementation of OIE standards into national legislations.

It also recommends the establishment of a new forum which will provide a platform for dialogue between technical experts and interested stakeholders.

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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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New form for online veterinary medicines retailers

The Veterinary Medicines Directorate (VMD) has produced a new online form for retailers wishing to sell veterinary medicines on the internet.

The form replace the previous Word version and is part of the VMD's ongoing commitment to digitise its processes. Anyone retailing prescription medicines online, including POM-V, POM-VPS and NFA-VPS categories, is lawfully required to register with the VMD before trading.

The change only applies to new applicants. Retailers already listed on the VMD's Register of Online Retailers or registered under the Accredited Internet Retailer Scheme (AIRS) do not need to do anything.