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New Pilot Scheme to Speed up Removal of TB Reactor Cattle
A new Animal Health pilot scheme designed to reduce the time it takes to remove TB reactor cattle from farms, could help livestock keepers in Exeter, Gloucester and the West Midlands to save money.

During June 2010, livestock owners in these areas will no longer have to wait for Animal Health to visit their holding to find out how much compensation they will be paid for their TB reactor cattle. Instead, their local Animal Health office will provide them with compensation information over the phone.

This procedural change could help livestock owners to save time - through no longer having to host an Animal Health visit - and the costs associated with delayed removal of TB reactor cattle.

The pilot will also look at the potential cost savings that can be realised by reducing the number of farm visits undertaken by Animal Health.

Andy Foxcroft, Animal Health’s Field Services Director for England, said: “We will be seeking feedback on the scheme from all the livestock owners, partners and stakeholders involved.

“If the feedback is positive and the project creates benefits for both livestock keepers and Animal Health, there is a good chance the changes will be adopted permanently and introduced to our offices in the rest of England.”

The pilot scheme, which began on 2 June (7 June in the West Midlands) and runs until 30 June, will involve Animal Health offices in Exeter, Gloucester, and the West Midlands.

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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.