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They completed challenges even without a food reward.
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Chatter box Defra has published guidance for the vet sector ahead of a proposed UK-EU Sanitary and Phytosanitary agreement.

The agreement, which will change the movement and trade of animals and related products, could see reductions in checks, paperwork and certification. As well as describing regulatory developments, the advice highlights the importance of animal ID, registration and traceability in disease control and other compliance arrangements.

The guidance can be found here. More detail is expected as negotiations progress. Chatter box

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BSAVA launches new online learning platform
BSAVA launches new online learning platform

LUMOS has been developed for small animal vets and veterinary nurses.
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Committee calls for review into vet workforce challenges
Committee calls for review into vet workforce challenges

Twenty-one per cent of leavers left within a single year in industry.
MPs call for independent regulator for vet sector
MPs call for independent regulator for vet sector

RCVS accuses committee of 'fundamental misunderstanding'.
BVA Scottish Branch elects new junior vice president
BVA Scottish Branch elects new junior vice president

Government vet Arabella White will become president next year.
SPVS launches 2026 Salary Survey
SPVS launches 2026 Salary Survey

The survey acts as a benchmark for the veterinary profession.
Nominees revealed for new BVA awards
Nominees revealed for new BVA awards

The organisation will present three new awards in June.
Guest speaker for Royal College Day announced
Guest speaker for Royal College Day announced

Sir David Spiegelhalter OBE is a renowned statistician and author.
Finalists revealed for Young Vet of the Year 2026
Finalists revealed for Young Vet of the Year 2026

The winner will be announced at the BVA Awards Dinner on 11 June.
BVA publishes practical CMA resources
BVA publishes practical CMA resources

The pack includes downloadable guides for each remedy.
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Lords Committee opens Pet Parasite Medication inquiry

The House of Lords Environment and Climate Change Committee will launch its inquiry into Pet Parasite Medication (PPM) on Wednesday (3 June).

Focusing on treatments containing fipronil and imidacloprid, the inquiry will seek to understand distribution pathways and the impacts of PPM use and non-use on biodiversity and human health. It will also cover current regulation, monitoring, and the potential implications for pets and their owners.

The committee will hear evidence from environmental non-governmental organisations and research institutes. The public can follow the proceedings live on Parliament TV or in person in the Palace of Westminster.

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