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Conference highlights importance of vets to RSPCA’s work
More than 50 veterinary surgeons and RVNs attended the conference.

Charity calls the event a “reminder of the power of partnership”.

The RSPCA’s second annual vet conference has been held at the University of Warwick.

The event on 28 September saw 58 veterinary surgeons and veterinary nurses attend from across England and Wales, joining staff from the RSPCA, partner charities, and police and local authorities.

Topics discussed included the RSPCA Vet Voucher Scheme, which has been trialled this year to help owners in financial difficulties, rehoming, and veterinary scope of service.  

The RSPCA’s head veterinary surgeon for companion animals Vanessa Howie said: “The vet profession is a vitally important partner of the RSPCA and the aim of the vet conference is to help strengthen these relationships. The day provided updates on the work of the RSPCA, alongside training on the different aspects of prosecution case work and shelter medicine, as well as providing an excellent networking opportunity.

“It's a chance to bring together veterinary professionals to share ideas and experiences and help us to improve the support we can give, as without the vet profession we couldn't do the work that we do.”

The conference also included practical sessions on prosecution case work, which gave delegates the chance to hear from expert witnesses Dr Suzanne Green and Dr David Martin, and Scottish SPCA forensic veterinary case officer Asta Parker.

Dr Howie added: “We are really grateful to all who attended the day and took part so enthusiastically. We are all facing increasing challenges at the moment; from capacity and retention issues in the vet sector to overwhelming demand on the charity sector in the face of the cost of living crisis.

“The day was a great reminder of the power of partnership and how we are most effective when we work together. We can achieve so much together for animal welfare.”

 

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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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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.