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Bullying at Work
Bullying at work can have a huge impact on an individual's physical and mental health.
Following the allegations relating to bullying at 10 Downing Street, we take a brief look at how this sort of behaviour affects workers.

Figures revealed by UNISON show that more than a third of the 7,000 workers who took part in a UNISON survey have experienced bullying in the last six months – double the number recorded in 1997.

Rudeness, criticism, excessive work monitoring, intimidation, exclusion and withholding information are among the top behaviours listed.

80 per cent of victims say it has affected their physical and mental health and a third took time off work, or left their jobs as a result.

All respondents believe bullying is embedded in the workplace, 91 per cent say bullies are able to get away with it and the same number are too scared to report it.

More than a third of the 7,000 workers who took part in a UNISON survey have experienced bullying in the last six months.
Dave Prentis, UNISON’s General Secretary, said: “The fact that bullying has doubled in the past decade is shocking. Workers have the right to earn a decent living in a safe environment. They need to be treated with respect and not forced to take time off work because bullying has made them ill.

He added the recent figures show “13.7 million working days are lost every year as a result of stress and depression in the workplace. It makes sound moral and financial sense to look after your workforce.”

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Vets launch new podcast for pet owners

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 Two independent vets have launched a podcast to help owners strengthen their bond with pets. Dr Maggie Roberts and Dr Vanessa Howie, who have worked in both veterinary practice and major charities, are keen to use their experience to enable people to give pets a better life.

The venture, called Vets Talking Pets, provides advice and information on a range of topics, including how to select a suitable pet, where to obtain them and how to get the best out of your vet. Maggie and Vanessa will also discuss sensitive subjects, including end-of-life care, raw food diets and the cost of veterinary care.

The podcast can be found on all the usual podcast sites, including Podbean, Apple, Amazon Music and YouTube. 

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VMD issues guidance on AVM-GSL packaging

The Veterinary Medicines Directorate (VMD) has shared advice on its requirements for medicines considered AVM-GSL.

The guidance explains the information that should be on the outer package, and sets out the typical maximum pack size for an AVM-GSL product. It also describes the user-friendly language, structure and phrases required on packaging and product leaflets.

AVM-GSL products do not require discussion between the purchaser and a veterinary professional. This means that clear product information is needed to support sales choices.

The information will be useful for submitting new products to the AVM-GSL category and lowering the distribution category of products from NFA-VPS to AVM-GSL.

The VMD's guidance can be accessed here.