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Safety of UK eggs sees 'major improvements'
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Chair of the expert group, John Coia, said eggs produced under the Lion Code "could be served raw or lightly cooked to both those in good health and those in more vulnerable groups."
FSA consults on changing its advice for consumers
 
There has been a major reduction in the risk of salmonella from UK eggs since 2001 - particularly those produced under the Lion Code or equivalent schemes. This is the conclusion of a new report by the Advisory Committee on the Microbiological Safety of Food (ACMSF).

The Food Standards Agency (FSA) is now seeking views on whether the advice to consumers should change.

Currently, consumers are advised that eating raw or lightly cooked eggs may cause food poisoning and should not be eaten by vulnerable groups including pregnant women, children and the elderly.

Professor John Coia, chair of the ACMSF's expert ad hoc group on eggs, recommended that eggs produced under the Lion Code or equivalent "could be served raw or lightly cooked to both those in good health and those in more vulnerable groups."

FSA has launched an eight-week consultation, inviting comments on the recommended changes to its advice. Views are welcomed from a range of stakeholders, including food and hospitality industries, consumer and enforcement bodes and healthcare practitioners.

All comments must be submitted to the FSA by 16 September 2016.

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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.