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NFU committed to cull despite MP vote
Government and farmers 'remain committed' to badger cull

In light of the overwhelming vote by backbench MPs last week in favour of a motion calling for the Government to 'stop the cull', the NFU has insisted that the Government and farmers remain committed to implementing two pilot badger culls next year.

The issue of the badger cull was debated in the House of Commons last Thursday (25th October 2012) for over six hours, before MPs voted by 147 to 28 in favour of a motion to abandon the cull and implement a vaccination programme for badger and cattle, along with improved testing and biosecurity.

While the vote is not binding in terms of policy, Shadow Defra Secretary Mary Creagh called on Ministers to "respect the democratic voice of this Parliament" and "look again at the whole policy of the badger cull."

However, Farming Minister David Heath said he: "remained 'fully committed to working with the farming industry to ensure that the pilot culls can be delivered effectively, safely and humanely next summer."

The NFU echoed these sentiments, with NFU deputy president saying: "The NFU remains committed to supporting the government's TB eradication programme for England, and the inclusion of a badger cull in those areas where TB is persistent and high." 

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Applications open for MMI research grants

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 RCVS' Mind Matters Initiative (MMI) has launched round two of its veterinary mental health research grants.

Researchers have until 11.59pm on Wednesday, 28 May 2025 to apply for a grant for research which reflects MMI's 2025 focus areas.

Only one Impact Grant was awarded last year, and so this year there are two Discovery Grants and one Impact Grants available. Each Discovery Grant is worth £5,000 and the Impact Grant is worth £15,000.

For more information or to apply, email researchgrants@rcvs.org.uk to contact the MMI team.

 

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BBC Radio 4 documentary addresses corporate fees

BBC Radio 4's File on 4 Investigates has released a documentary exploring how corporate-owned veterinary practices may be inflating bills to increase profit.

Released on 15 April, 'What's Happening To Your Vet Bills?' revealed the policies which many corporate groups have in place to increase their profits. This included targets and upgrades which veterinary teams are tasked with meeting on a regular basis.

It also features Anrich Vets, an independently-owned practice based in Wigan. Following the case of Staffordshire terrier Benjy, who is diagnosed with a tumour, the documentary shares how the team were able to offer contextualised care and advice to make the procedure as affordable as possible for his owners.

The documentary can be heard on demand on BBC iPlayer.