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Voting opens in RSPCA young photographer competition
People have until 14 March to vote for their favourite.

The public is being invited to vote for their favourite photo in the RSPCA Young Photographer Awards 2022 competition. Voting is open from 12.30pm on Tuesday, 7 March and closes at 1pm on Tuesday, 14 March 2023.

The 14 photos on the shortlist were taken by young photographers aged 10 to 18.

RSPCA photographer and awards judge Andrew Forsyth said: “The best thing about the RSPCA Young Photographer Awards is that we're always seeing something new. The young photographers are always bringing fresh ideas and trying different things. The creativity and talent is outstanding - and it's a real joy to look through the entries every year.

“The People’s Choice award is a fantastic part of the competition because now the public have a chance to get involved and pick their favourite photo. There are some truly beautiful photos on the shortlist and we’re very excited to share them with everyone. I can’t wait to see which one is picked as the winning photo - it’s going to be a very tough choice for everyone to make!”

A selection of the photos is featured below. You can see the full shortlist of photos and vote for your favourite online.


'Looking for bugs' by Lizzie

'Sleepy dog' by Amy

'Ping pong paws' by Luqman

'Hopeful for a white Christmas' by Clara

'Too much fun' by Emily

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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.