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Laura Muir breaks mile record in Birmingham
Laura Muir during 1500m Women run in the Rio 2016 Olympics.
Veterinary surgeon breaks Kirsty Wade’s record by five seconds

Veterinary surgeon Laura Muir has broken a 31-year old British record to win the women’s indoor mile in Birmingham.

The 25-year-old completed the Indoor Grand Prix Birmingham in four minutes 18.75 seconds, smashing Kirsty Wade’s record by five seconds.

Speaking to BBC Sport, Laura said: "I knew I was in great shape. It was about winning the race, but also about running fast.

"I'm so chuffed to get the record on home soil. I knew the split halfway and knew I was there and thereabouts. The crowd were fantastic."

Laura’s time was the third fastest indoors in history, following Genzebe Dibaba from Ethiopia (4:13.31) and Doina Melinte from Romania.

She also managed to break her own British record by running the first 1500m in four minutes 1.83 seconds.

Tweeting after the event, Laura said: ‘’British Record × 2! 1,500m split in my mile race today was a new record too. Last to leave the stadium tonight after anti-doping. Thanks so much for all your messages.’

Laura is now preparing to defend her 1500m and 3,000m titles at the European Indoor Championships, Glasgow, in March.

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Animal Medicines Amnesty returns this November

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 Veterinary practices are being urged to help owners safely dispose of any unused and expired pet medicines - not just antibiotics - during November's Animal Medicines Amnesty.

Organised by the Responsible Use of Medicines Alliance Companion Animal and Equine (RUMA CA&E), the initative is supported by a range of cross-sector organisations.

Practices are encouraged to use the campaign to engage the whole practice team and raise awareness of the safe disposal of medicines with clients. Learn how your practice can get involved at rumacae.org.uk 

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APHA launches free virtual work experience programme

The Animal and Plant Health Agency (APHA), in collaboration with Springpod, has launched a free virtual work experience programme, giving young people across the UK the chance to explore careers dedicated to protecting animal and plant health.

The on-demand programme offers a unique insight into career opportunities within APHA, showcasing how students can contribute to tackling some of the UK's most critical biosecurity and environmental challenges.

Designed for students aged 13 and over, the course includes more than 10 hours of engaging content featuring real-life industry insights, scenario-based challenges, and practical guidance on applying for jobs. To register for the course, visit the APHA website.