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Mind Matters Initiative to host series of Neurodiversity Celebration Week events
"We are glad to have some wonderful guests who can really speak to their lived experience of autism and dyslexia." Lisa Quigley, MMI.

Veterinary professionals to host sessions on dyslexia and autism in the profession.

The RCVS Mind Matters Initiative (MMI) has announced that it will be holding several online sessions on autism and dyslexia in the veterinary profession as part of Neurodiversity Celebration Week – Monday 15 March 2021.

The first session on autism in the veterinary profession will be held on 16 March between 12.30pm and 1.30pm.

The panel will be hosted by veterinary surgeon and mental health researcher Rosie Allister and will also include BVA Young Vet of the Year 2019 Emily Craven, equine veterinary surgeon Kirstie Pickles and veterinary nurse Cal May.

On Tuesday 18 March, also between 12.30pm and 1.30pm, BVA president James Russell and veterinary surgeon Rory Cowlam from CBBC's The Pet Factor will host a session on dyslexia. Dr Russell has written about his own dyslexia in the past, as well as the ways in which veterinary workplaces can better recognise and become more accommodating towards a neurodiverse workforce, while Rory is an ambassador for the British Dyslexia Association.

Lisa Quigley, Mind Matters manager, said: “This is the first year that we are doing specific events for Neurodiversity Celebration Week and we are glad to have some wonderful guests who can really speak to their lived experience of autism and dyslexia.

“The veterinary community is all the richer for our neurodiverse colleagues, clients and leaders. We hope that through our events this week we can celebrate individual differences, while tackling stigma and misconceptions and raising awareness of how workplaces and communities can become more inclusive.”

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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

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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.