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RSPB calls for tougher action on raptor killings
The victims of the killings included peregrine falcons, marsh harriers and buzzards.

Report reveals 68 confirmed incidents of raptor persecution in 2017

The RSPB has reissued its call to the government to take tougher action on illegal bird of prey persecution in the UK.

The call comes in response to the RSPB’s latest Birdcrime report, which reveals that shooting has become the main method of targeting birds of prey, otherwise known as raptors.



In 2017 there were 68 confirmed incidents of raptor persecution, but only four prosecutions relating to raptor crime. Of those, only one resulted in a conviction.



The victims included rare species such as peregrine falcons, hen harriers and marsh harriers, as well as more common species such as buzzards. 



“We should all be able to enjoy seeing these magnificent birds, however illegal activity continues to put species at risk,” said Martin Harper, RSPB conservation director.

“There are laws in place to protect these birds but they are clearly not being respected or adequately enforced. We need governments across the UK to do more to tackle illegal killing to protect our raptors for us and for future generations to enjoy.”



For a full copy of the report, together with a map detailing where raptor persecutions have occurred, visit www.rspb.org.uk/birdcrime

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Defra shares new Sanitary and Phytosanitary guidance

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 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. 

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New form for online veterinary medicines retailers

The Veterinary Medicines Directorate (VMD) has produced a new online form for retailers wishing to sell veterinary medicines on the internet.

The form replace the previous Word version and is part of the VMD's ongoing commitment to digitise its processes. Anyone retailing prescription medicines online, including POM-V, POM-VPS and NFA-VPS categories, is lawfully required to register with the VMD before trading.

The change only applies to new applicants. Retailers already listed on the VMD's Register of Online Retailers or registered under the Accredited Internet Retailer Scheme (AIRS) do not need to do anything.