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Articles tagged with: animals
“We need to build a profession that attracts and holds on to our people,” says new BVA President Anna Judson Partner content
Social affairs
By British Veterinary Association
“We need to build a profession that attracts and holds on to our people,” says new BVA President Anna Judson
Dr Anna Judson was appointed as President of the British Veterinary Association in September. With a busy year ahead, she talked to PoliticsHome about the need for veterinary legislative reform
Shock collars: Cruel devices which simply do not work Partner content
Environment
By Battersea Dogs & Cats Home
Shock collars: Cruel devices which simply do not work
The Government has already committed to a ban on the barbaric use of shock collars in England – so why are the country's pets still waiting for action?
Safeguarding the future of animal health through the Veterinary Medicines Review Partner content
Environment
By NOAH
Safeguarding the future of animal health through the Veterinary Medicines Review
Following a recent parliamentary drop-in event, NOAH set out how we can deliver a thriving Animal Health Sector through the GB Veterinary Medicines Regulations Review.
Partner content
Environment
By Cruelty Free International
Non-animal research methods discussed in Parliament
MPs highlight need for ‘comprehensive review’ and greater collaboration
Tory MP Says Animal Welfare Needs “People Power” To Put It Back On Government Agenda
Environment
Tory MP Says Animal Welfare Needs “People Power” To Put It Back On Government Agenda
Conservative MP Andrea Jenkyns has said “people power” is needed to bring back government animal welfare reforms, as Conservative MPs “don’t want to cause too much of a ruckus”.
We cannot afford any further delay to ban live animal exports
Environment
By Theresa Villiers MP
We cannot afford any further delay to ban live animal exports
Like many MPs, I felt a deep sense of disappointment when I learned that the government was withdrawing the Animal Welfare (Kept Animals) Bill which would have banned the live export of animals for slaughter.
Decision to scrap Animal Welfare Bill is deeply disappointing
Environment
By Dr Paula Boyden
Decision to scrap Animal Welfare Bill is deeply disappointing
Yesterday, the government abandoned the planned introduction of crucial measures aimed at protecting dogs and puppies from being needlessly, cruelly and illegally smuggled into the United Kingdom
Open letter to the PM: Time is running out to deliver on the Action Plan for Animal Welfare Partner content
Environment
By #ActionForAnimals campaign
Open letter to the PM: Time is running out to deliver on the Action Plan for Animal Welfare
On the second anniversary of the Government’s flagship Action Plan for Animal Welfare, 25 leading animal protection organisations urge Rishi Sunak: stop letting animals, and voters, down.
A coronation fund is a great way to protect and champion Britain’s rare breed animals
Environment
By George Eustice MP
A coronation fund is a great way to protect and champion Britain’s rare breed animals
The coronation of King Charles III is an opportunity to bring the country together after several challenging years internationally and a chance to celebrate and recognise some of the causes that have been dear to the heart of our new King throughout his life.
When times are tough, we must ensure renters with pets have somewhere to go Partner content
Environment
By Battersea Dogs & Cats Home
When times are tough, we must ensure renters with pets have somewhere to go
Battersea’s Pet Friendly Properties campaign is encouraging collaborative solutions to ensure all tenants can access the joys of pet ownership.
Delivering on the Kept Animals Bill for Improved Animal Welfare in the UK Partner content
Environment
By British Veterinary Association
Delivering on the Kept Animals Bill for Improved Animal Welfare in the UK
The Kept Animals Bill aims to address significant animal welfare issues in the country, but its progress has been delayed due to on-going national events. Now, colleagues in Parliament and organisations like the British Veterinary Association are urging the government to ensure the Bill's continuation through Parliament to improve the lives of millions of animals.
Environment
By British Veterinary Association
Empowering veterinary nursing stream set to inspire delegates at BVA Live
Cutting-edge science can protect humans, the environment – and animals Partner content
Environment
By Cruelty Free International
Cutting-edge science can protect humans, the environment – and animals
We are faced with a once-in-a-generation opportunity to reimagine the way we manage chemicals as a society. By creating a system that fully realises the benefits of non-animal testing, the government can protect us, our environment and animals in laboratories
Partner content
Environment
By British Veterinary Association
BVA welcomes new phase of bovine TB cattle vaccine trials
The British Veterinary Association (BVA) has welcomed the launch of the second phase of field trials for a cattle BCG vaccine and skin test in England as an important step in the collaborative efforts by the veterinary profession, the scientific community, government and industry to tackle bovine TB.
Partner content
Environment
By NOAH
NOAH gains environmental accreditation
NOAH is proud to announce it has achieved Bronze level Investors in the Environment (iiE) accreditation.
Partner content
Environment
By NOAH
Veterinary Medicines Regulations Review presents opportunity for UK animal health sector to thrive, says NOAH
NOAH welcomes today’s launch by the Veterinary Medicines Directorate (VMD) of the public consultation on the new Veterinary Medicines Regulations (VMR) for GB.
Partner content
Environment
By Humane Society International UK
Wildlife campaigner and TV GP Dr Amir Khan speaks out for an end to cruel trophy hunting
Dr Khan and HSI/UK team up for new short documentary on why a UK hunting trophy import ban is crucial, ahead of key political debate
Why we need to get the Kept Animals Bill over the line Partner content
Environment
By Battersea Dogs & Cats Home
Why we need to get the Kept Animals Bill over the line
The Kept Animals Bill is a chance to show the UK is still a world leader in animal welfare.
Animals Matter: Why our new Prime Minister must stick to manifesto commitments on animal welfare Partner content
Environment
By Humane Society International UK
Animals Matter: Why our new Prime Minister must stick to manifesto commitments on animal welfare
Animals matter to the British public and they mattered to our late Queen – so why is Liz Truss turning her back on them?
The next prime minister must maintain our place as a world leader in animal welfare
Environment
By Lorraine Platt
The next prime minister must maintain our place as a world leader in animal welfare
Over the last four decades, the Conservative Party has time and again led the way in advancing animal welfare.
Partner content
Environment
By Battersea Dogs & Cats Home
No mortgage, no pet: half of tenants who fear never owning own home face uphill battle in pet-averse rented sector
Partner content
Environment
By Battersea Dogs & Cats Home
Battersea Welcomes Long-Awaited New Pet Friendly Policies For Renters and Landlords
Action for animals overseas would speak louder than words Partner content
Environment
By Humane Society International UK
Action for animals overseas would speak louder than words
200 years since the UK’s first animal protection law, and one year since the government published its #ActionForAnimals plan, HSI/UK’s executive director Claire Bass asks, ‘does the government’s vision for better animal welfare extend beyond our ports and airports?'
The Farm helping young people face their fears and thrive in their communities Partner content
Environment
By The National Lottery
The Farm helping young people face their fears and thrive in their communities
This National Gardening Week, we explore how outdoor spaces, like the Whirlow Hall Farm Trust, supported by The National Lottery, are helping nurture young people struggling with complex difficulties.