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Police horses settle in at Horse Trust
Charity rehomes horses from disbanded police unit

Two of Essex's last police horses will see out their days in peaceful retirement at the Horse Trust's Chiltern Hills sanctuary, following the disbandment of Essex Police's mounted section.

Patrick, 12-year-old Czech warmblood, and Trojan, 14-year-old a Shire-thoroughbred cross, have both retired after a "busy and varied" career with the police. Their work has included policing the London 2012 Olympics, Premiership and Championship football matches, the Southend air show and V Festival.

It was announced that Essex Police's mounted section would be disbanded in October 2012, in order to save about £600,000 a year – part of an effort to make funding cutbacks throughout the constabulary.

The majority of the police horses are to be rehomed by other constabularies or to private homes throughout the UK and their riders are to remain within the force. As Patrick and Trojan can no longer be ridden due to health issues, they have been rehomed by the Horse Trust.

Currently closed to visitors until the spring, the Horse Trust houses 100 retired and rescued horses, ponies and donkeys. It is currently undergoing renovation work to provide those in its care with the very best facilities.

Jeanette Allen, the Horse Trust's chief executive, said: "We are proud to be able to offer Patrick and Trojan the dignified retirement they deserve after years of brave and loyal service with the Essex Police. It is wonderful to bring a little bit of Essex to the Buckinghamshire countryside.

"They are both gorgeous horses with great characters and are very welcome additions to our herd."

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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.