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Welsh Deputy Minister announces launch of independent dairy review
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An independent review of the Welsh dairy sector has been announced.

Review to be carried out in response to recent cuts in milk prices

Andy Richardson, a member of the Dairy Task Force for Wales, has agreed to undertake the independent review of the Welsh dairy sector, the Deputy Minister for Wales has announced.

Deputy Minister Rebecca Evans stated last month that the review would be carried out in response to the recent cuts in milk prices. The review will also consider the effectiveness of the Plan for Milk and Voluntary Code in Wales.

Speaking at the NFU annual conference yesterday (November 13) Rebecca Evans said: “Mr Richardson has a wealth of experience in the dairy sector and has been involved in similar high profile initiatives at a UK level so I am pleased that he has agreed to undertake this important work.

“I expect the review to provide clear strategic direction for the dairy sector across the whole supply chain, offering a series of recommendations that government and the industry can put in place to deliver resilience, economic growth and the creation of additional jobs within the industry here in Wales.”

The review process is expected to by completed by the end of February 2015. 

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Equine Disease Surveillance report released for Q4 2025

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 The latest Equine Disease Surveillance report has been released, with details on equine disease from Q4 of 2025.

The report, produced by Equine Infectious Disease Surveillance, includes advice on rule changes for equine influenza vaccination.

Statistics and maps detail recent outbreaks of equine herpes virus, equine influenza, equine strangles and equine grass sickness. A series of laboratory reports provides data on virology, bacteriology, parasitology and toxicosis.

This issue also features a case study of orthoflavivus-associated neurological disease in a horse in the UK. 

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RCVS annual renewal fee for vets due

RCVS' annual renewal fee for veterinary surgeons is now due. Vets must pay their renewal fee before Wednesday, 1 April 2026.

This year's standard annual fee has increased to 431 from last year's 418. This is an approximately three per cent increase, as approved by RCVS Council and the Privy Council.

Tshidi Gardner, RCVS treasurer, said: "The small fee increase will be used to help deliver both our everyday activities and our new ambitious Strategic Plan, which includes aims such as achieving new legislation, reviewing the Codes of Professional Conduct and supporting guidance, and continuing to support the professions through activities such as the Mind Matters Initiative, RCVS Academy and career development."

A full breakdown of the new fees is on the RCVS website. Information about tax relief is available on the UK government website.