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Scotland to consult on microchipping

Government commit to consultation on new law

At the recent British Veterinary Association (BVA) annual Scottish dinner, it was announced that the Scottish government intends to consult on compulsory microchipping.

Guest speaker Richard Lochhead, Scottish secretary for rural affairs and environment, made the announcement during the dinner in Holyrood on June 18.

The news follows announcements from the English, Welsh and Irish governments, who will all introduce compulsory microchipping by April 2016.

Following BVA president Peter Jones' speech in which he discussed a range of issues and urged the Scottish government to follow the example of the rest of the UK.

Mr Lochhead responded: "I am pleased to announce that we aim to consult on compulsory dog microchipping by the end of 2013.

"In particular I will be seeking views on enforcement and impact. I will also be watching developments elsewhere in the UK with keen interest and considering what is best for Scotland before I make a decision."

In addition, Mr Lochhead announced that the government would soon be consulting on a ban on the use of wild animals in circuses.

 

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Strangles survey seeks views of horse owners

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 With Strangles Awareness Week just around the corner (5-11 May), vets are being encouraged to share a survey about the disease with their horse-owning clients.

The survey, which has been designed by Dechra, aims to raise awareness of Strangles and promote best practices to prevent its transmission. It includes questions about horse owners' experiences of strangles, together with preventative measures and vaccination.

Respondents to the survey will be entered into a prize draw to win two VIP tickets to Your Horse Live 2025. To access the survey, click here 

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Germany FMD import restrictions eased

The UK government has lifted the import restrictions placed on FMD-susceptible commodities from Germany.

The decision comes after the country was recognised as foot-and-mouth disease free without vaccination on 14 May.

Imports of FMD-susceptible animals and their by-products from Germany were originally banned, after the country reported a case of FMD near Brandenburg in January. In March, the UK government permitted imports from outside of the outbreak zone.

Germany will now be able to import FMD-susceptible animals and their by-products into the UK, providing they meet other import conditions.

The decision follows rigorous technical assessment of measures in Germany. Defra says it will not hesitate respond to FMD outbreaks.