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Cats Protection CEO to advise government on animal welfare
James Yeates is the only new appointee to the AWC to specialise in companion animals.

James Yeates is one of four new members of the Animal Welfare Committee

Cats Protection’s chief executive James Yeates is set to be a key advisor to the Government on important animal welfare issues. 


The leading feline charity has confirmed James’ appointment to the government’s Animal Welfare Committee (AWC), which consist of experts in wild animals, farming and pets*. The panel provides detailed research and advice to the Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (DEFRA) and the devolved administrations in Scotland and Wales.

James is a former chief veterinary officer at the RSPCA and an RCVS Registered specialist in animal welfare, science, ethics and law. He is also a diplomate of the RCVS and the European College of Animal Welfare and Behavioural Medicine.


Since 2018, James has been chief executive of Cats Protection, leading efforts to expand the charity’s rehoming, neutering and advocacy work. He is the only new appointee to the AWC to specialise in companion animals.

“I’m delighted to be taking up this role with the Animal Welfare Committee as an expert in the welfare of companion animals. The Committee has a strong record in being a force for good, and looks set to have an ever-greater impact and importance in the coming years,” said James.


“This role offers the potential to translate scientific findings, alongside other research and information, into guidance that will help animals and the people who live, work and care for animals. It’s an honour to be working alongside like-minded individuals to help improve the welfare of all animals in the UK.”


*The other members of the panel are:


Dr Pen Rashbass - farm animal welfare
Dr Romain Pizzi - the welfare of wild animals kept by people
Professor Sarah Wolfensohn - the welfare of animals kept by people.

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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.