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AHVLA hosts event for potential suppliers of postmortem services
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Supplier day offers a forum for providers to learn more about requirements

Potential suppliers of postmortem examination services have the opportunity to attend a "supplier day" to share views and learn more about the AHVLA's requirements.

In December last year, the agency announced that seven of its 14 postmortem facilities across England and Wales were set to close during 2014, with another to cease procedures in 2015.

Postmortem examinations carried out for the purpose of disease surveillance will be outsourced to third-party suppliers, who will be selected on the basis of the most economically advantageous tender.

According to the AHVLA, the supplier day will provide an opportunity to share industry insights, opinions and gain feedback which may be used to shape the proposition before procurement of a supplier begins.

A maximum of three representatives from each organisation may register for the event, which takes place at the agency's offices in Weybridge on January 29, from 1.30pm to 4.30pm. The deadline for "expressions of interest" to attend the event is January 22.

Information from the supplier day, including presentation materials and question and answer sessions will be shared via Defra's e-tendering system "Bravo". The system can also be sued to submit further comments, suggestions, questions or feedback after the event.

Contact Helen Tillett to register for the supplier day.

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Practices urged to audit neutering data

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 RCVS Knowledge has called on vet practices to audit their post-operative neutering outcomes.

It follows the release of the 2024 NASAN benchmarking report, which collates data from neutering procedures performed on dogs, cats and rabbits.

The benchmarking report enables practices in the UK and Ireland to compare their post-operative outcomes to the national average. This includes the rate of patients lost to follow-up, which in 2024 increased to 23 per cent.

Anyone from the practice can submit the data using a free template. The deadline for next report is February 2026.

Visit the RCVS Knowledge website to complete an audit. 

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UK's BSE risk status downgraded

The WOAH has downgraded the UK's international risk status for BSE to 'negligible'.

Defra says that the UK's improved risk status recognises the reputation for having the highest standards for biosecurity. It adds that it demonstrates decades of rigorous animal control.

Outbreaks of Bovine Spongiform Encephalopathy, also known as mad cow disease, have previously resulted in bans on Britain's beef exports.

The UK's new status could lead to expanded trade and better confidence in British beef.

Christine Middlemiss, the UK's chief veterinary officer, said: "WOAH's recognition of the UK as negligible risk for BSE is a significant milestone and is a testament to the UK's strong biosecurity measures and the hard work and vigilance of farmers and livestock keepers across the country who have all played their part in managing the spread of this disease.