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Charities welcome animal welfare proposals

Charities welcome animal welfare proposals

The briefings set out measures to end long journeys of animals going to slaughter. Queen’s speech outlines plans for new...

Industry Editor
DAERA publishes 2018 Animal Welfare Report

DAERA publishes 2018 Animal Welfare Report

"Actions taken remain commensurate with the severity of welfare offences." – Catherine Fisher, Head of Animal Health and Welfare Policy...

Industry Editor
Changes to CHS 2020 Eye Scheme announced

Changes to CHS 2020 Eye Scheme announced

The changes will be effective from 1 January 2020. Move follows consultation with the Eye Panel Working Party The Kennel...

Update on mystery starling deaths

Update on mystery starling deaths

Preliminary findings indicate death due to trauma and internal bleeding. APHA issues preliminary postmortem findings  The APHA has issued an...

Wildlife Editor
Minister promotes importance of responsible pet purchasing

Minister promotes importance of responsible pet purchasing

#PawsPreventProtect encourages responsible buying and research into potential pets’ needs. New campaign urges buyers to avoid puppy farms Welsh minister...

RCT second council to back stricter rules on fireworks

RCT second council to back stricter rules on fireworks

Last year alone the RSPCA received 411 calls relating to animal welfare concerns during firework displays.

 Plans in place to...