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New Chief Scientific Advisor for DEFRA
Professor Ian Boyd appointed

The appointment of Professor Ian Boyd as the new Chief Scientific Advisor (CSA) to the Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (DEFRA) has been welcomed by the DEFRA Secretary Caroline Spelman MP. Speaking to the House of Commons, Mrs Spelman also told the House that she was 'immensely grateful' to the previous incumbent Professor Sir Bob Watson (who held the post since 2007) for his contribution towards DEFRA's efforts in terms of research oversight and his advice on scientific matters.

Professor Boyd, who is a Fellow of the Royal Society of Edinburgh, has served as Director of the Scottish Oceans Institute at the University of St Andrews since being appointed in 2001 and was integral to the foundation of the Marine Alliance for Science and Technology in Scotland in 2009. He will assume office in September on a contract of three year's duration.

Commenting on the occasion of his appointment, Prof Boyd stated that “There are substantial future challenges ahead in bio-security, food security and in responding to the effects of climate change, but the UK is well placed to meet these challenges.”

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FIVP announces third series of Practice Matters

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 The Federation of Independent Veterinary practices (FIVP) has announced a third season of its podcast, Practice Matters.

Hosted by Ian Wolstenholme, series three will focus on the Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) investigation, including a discussion about some of the expected impacts on independent veterinary colleagues.

Episode one launches on 13th January with guests Drs David Reader and Scott Summers, who will draw on their research into the CMA investigation and provide insights into themes such as transparency, pricing and consumer trust.

Ian Wolstenholme said: "In its third series, we will try and hone in on what the changes will mean in reality for independent practices with advice and guidance on implementation and delivery, drawing on the experience of our own team and other experts in the profession. Hope you can join us soon!" 

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Survey seeks ruminant sector views on antimicrobial stewardship

A new survey is seeking views of people working in the UK ruminant sector on how to tackle the challenge of demonstrating responsible antibiotic stewardship.

Forming part of a wider, collaborative initiative, the results will help identify the types of data available so that challenges with data collection can be better understood and addressed.

Anyone working in the UK farming sector, including vets and farmers,is encouraged to complete the survey, which is available at app.onlinesurveys.jisc.ac.uk