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University given £1 million to support equine facilities
“We are hugely grateful for this generous donation from Lord Leverhulme’s Charitable Trust” – Paul Lunn.
Donation made by Lord Leverhulme’s Charitable Trust.

The University of Liverpool has received a £1 million donation to support new equine facilities at its Leahurst campus.

The donation has been made by Lord Leverhulme’s Charitable Trust. The charity has previously been a significant donor to the Small Animal Teaching Hospital and the Philip Leverhulme Equine Hospital at the university.

The trust was created by Philip Lever, 3rd Viscount Leverhulme. The British peer and racehorse owner served as chancellor of the University of Liverpool from 1980 to 1993.

The donation comes at a time when the university’s School of Veterinary Science is celebrating its 120th anniversary. A recent event at St George’s Hall, Liverpool, saw hundreds of guests come together to mark the milestone.

Paul Lunn, dean of the School of Veterinary Science, said: “We are hugely grateful for this generous donation from Lord Leverhulme’s Charitable Trust. This significant gift will make a substantial contribution to our continued world-leading work in equine health.

“It seems fitting that this contribution comes in the same year the School of Veterinary Science celebrates its 120th anniversary and at a moment when we are reflecting on our long and esteemed history.

“The Lord Leverhulme’s Charitable Trust has played a key role in our history, and we’re delighted to see our partnership continue into the future.”

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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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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.