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NOAH welcomes appointment of new AMTRA chair
Michael Seals MBE.

Michael Seals MBE takes up the post on 1 March.

The National Office for Animal Health (NOAH) has welcomed the appointment of Michael Seals MBE as chairman of the Animal Medicines Training Regulatory Authority (AMTRA).

In a statement, NOAH said that it looks forward to continuing its work with the sector to explore the potential to expand and leverage the knowledge of SQPs to help improve the health and welfare of animals. 

Mr Seals will take up the post on 1 March, taking over from Phil Sketchley, who is stepping down after 21 years’ service as a board member. 

A livestock and arable farmer, Mr Seals brings with him a wealth of experience in government, industry and consumer groups. He was appointed to Defra as chair of the Animal Health & Welfare Board England in 2011 and led the development of the Animal Health and Welfare Pathway.

NOAH chair Caitrina Oakes commented: “NOAH fully supports the current classification and distribution routes for animal health products for farm livestock, equines and companion animals. With the announcement of the new Animal Health and Welfare Pathway for England, now is a critical time to be doing all we can to highlight the importance of prevention of disease to the sustainable production of food from animals in the UK. 

“As we move towards the formal consultation on the Veterinary Medicines Regulation review, we will continue to explain the importance of both the POM-VPS and NFA-VPS routes to the health and welfare of animals, giving broader access to advice, expertise and animal health products and services. Professional advice from SQPs can help ensure responsible use: this includes using the right product at the right time and following all the instructions included with the packaging. 

“We look forward to working with Michael in his new capacity, to further these aims.”

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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

The House of Lords Environment and Climate Change Committee will launch its inquiry into Pet Parasite Medication (PPM) on Wednesday (3 June).

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.