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FEI commission launches welfare proposals survey
The survey is open until Thursday, 22 June 2023.
Equestrian stakeholders invited to share their views.

The International Equestrian Federation’s (FEI’s) Equine Ethics and Wellbeing Commission (EEWBC) is seeking the views of equestrian stakeholders as it launches a new survey on the welfare recommendations it made earlier this year.

The 24 recommendations were presented at the FEI Sports Forum 2023 in April, setting out ways to safeguard equine welfare and maintain public support at a time when concerns about the involvement of horses in sport have become more prominent.

Those wishing to fill in the survey, which can be completed online, have until Thursday, 22 June 2023. The results will be used to inform the work of the commission.

The EEWBC was launched in June 2022 to independently consider welfare concerns that could have an impact on the social acceptance of equine sport. Its recommendations include ensuring that the horse’s interests are always placed before those of the human or sport and a zero-tolerance approach to any practice that compromises equine welfare and safety both during and outside competition.

EEWBC chair Professor Natalie Waran said: “We were delighted with the extremely positive response to our recommendations made at April’s Sports Forum. The equestrian community understood that we can only demonstrate how seriously we take the responsibility of involving horses in sport with top-to-bottom engagement across the equestrian community, and a desire to act in the best interests of the horse.”

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Webinar to explore history of KC breed registers

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 A free webinar exploring the development of the Kennel Club's registration system and the evolution of closed breed registers has been announced.

Hosted by Dr Alison Skipper, veterinary and research advisor at the Kennel Club, the webinar will delve into the development of the registry and how the changing landscape of scientific knowledge has shaped breeding practices. It will also look at what this means for the future of pedigree dogs.

The session will culminate with a look at The Kennel Club's ongoing and future engagement in this area, with a chance for attendees to put forward their thoughts and questions for discussion.

This event takes place on Microsoft Teams on Tuesday, 10 June at 7pm. To learn more, visit events.teams.microsoft.com  

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UK's BSE risk status downgraded

The WOAH has downgraded the UK's international risk status for BSE to 'negligible'.

Defra says that the UK's improved risk status recognises the reputation for having the highest standards for biosecurity. It adds that it demonstrates decades of rigorous animal control.

Outbreaks of Bovine Spongiform Encephalopathy, also known as mad cow disease, have previously resulted in bans on Britain's beef exports.

The UK's new status could lead to expanded trade and better confidence in British beef.

Christine Middlemiss, the UK's chief veterinary officer, said: "WOAH's recognition of the UK as negligible risk for BSE is a significant milestone and is a testament to the UK's strong biosecurity measures and the hard work and vigilance of farmers and livestock keepers across the country who have all played their part in managing the spread of this disease.