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Primates watch others and then practice constructions, study finds.
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Chatter box FIVP has shared a survey, inviting those working in independent practice to share their views on the CMA's proposed remedies.

The Impact Assessment will help inform the group's response to the CMA, as it prepares to submit further evidence to the Inquiry Group. FIVP will also be attending a hearing in November.

Data will be anonymised and used solely for FIVP's response to the CMA. The survey will close on Friday, 31 October 2025. Chatter box

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BEVA adds new Seller's Declaration to vet toolkit

The document will make horse purchases more efficient for buyers and vets.
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Calls for wider vaccination as equine strangles cases rise
Calls for wider vaccination as equine strangles cases rise

Over 370 strangles cases have already been diagnosed in 2025.
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Drones track vulnerable ponies in UK first

 The count enabled charities to obtain an accurate headcount.
Major rescue operation to save horses in Devon
Major rescue operation to save horses in Devon

 Multiple equine charities led the 15-month operation.
Study reveals seasonal patterns of equine tapeworms
Study reveals seasonal patterns of equine tapeworms

 UK horses were at higher risk between March and September.
Over 450 animals rescued in major operation
Over 450 animals rescued in major operation

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Petition launched to reduce fireworks noise

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BEVA celebrates veterinary excellence at Awards Ceremony
BEVA celebrates veterinary excellence at Awards Ceremony

 The Princess Royal presented awards, including this year's One to Watch.
Imogen Burrows appointed BEVA president
Imogen Burrows appointed BEVA president

Her presidency will focus on 'listening and learning'.
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CMA to host webinar exploring provisional decisions

The Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) is to host a webinar for veterinary professionals to explain the details of its provisional decisions, released on 15 October 2025.

The webinar will take place on Wednesday, 29 October 2025 from 1.00pm to 2.00pm.

Officials will discuss the changes which those in practice may need to make if the provisional remedies go ahead. They will also share what happens next with the investigation.

The CMA will be answering questions from the main parties of the investigation, as well as other questions submitted ahead of the webinar.

Attendees can register here before Wednesday, 29 October at 11am. Questions must be submitted before 10am on 27 October.

A recording of the webinar will be accessible after the event.
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