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Winnie the Pooh weekend honours famous black bear
Winnie with keeper
London Zoo keeper with Winnie the bear.

Special festival marks 100 years since Winnie's arrival at London Zoo

London Zoo will dedicate a weekend to Winnie the Pooh related activities this summer, in honour of the world's most famous black bear, who inspired the classic tales 100 years ago.

A mascot for the Canadian regiment, Winnie arrived at the zoo at the beginning of World War One. She was frequently visited by author A.A Milne, who immortalised her in his beloved children's tales.

In honour of Winnie, London Zoo will hold a unique exhibition featuring the books' original illustrations from Friday 29 to August 31 this year.

A number of other themed activities will be going on during the weekend, including a Teddy Bears' Picnic with prizes for the most adventurous and most well travelled bear.

Images courtesy of ZSL.

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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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Lords Committee opens Pet Parasite Medication inquiry

The House of Lords Environment and Climate Change Committee will launch its inquiry into Pet Parasite Medication (PPM) on Wednesday (3 June).

Focusing on treatments containing fipronil and imidacloprid, the inquiry will seek to understand distribution pathways and the impacts of PPM use and non-use on biodiversity and human health. It will also cover current regulation, monitoring, and the potential implications for pets and their owners.

The committee will hear evidence from environmental non-governmental organisations and research institutes. The public can follow the proceedings live on Parliament TV or in person in the Palace of Westminster.