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Defra unprepared for Brexit, report reveals
Defra is among the government departments that will be most affected by Brexit.
Department facing challenging savings targets

Defra is unprepared for Brexit due to budget cuts and a lack of clarity, according to a new report.

According to Whitehalls’ preparation for the UK’ exit from the EU, Defra is among the government departments that will be most affected by Brexit.

It says the department is facing ‘challenging savings targets’ and a ‘lack of clarity’ about what is required before talks get underway.

The paper was published by the Institute for Government on Wednesday (14 December).  

It reveals that Defra’s budget is now 17 per cent smaller than it was six years ago, and will be nearly 35 per cent smaller by March 2019.

It adds that Defra is delivering an ambitious programme of reform to streamline the department and its 33 agencies.

Responding to the report a Defra spokesperson said: “The resourcing of EU Exit work is one of the key priorities of the Department and will be subject to on-going assessment.

“Work continues to identify the number of dedicated posts required in the long term to deliver a successful EU Exit”.

To read the full report visit: https://www.instituteforgovernment.org.uk/sites/default/files/publication/IFGJ5003_Whitehalls_preparation_131216_V10.pdf

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Equine Disease Surveillance report released for Q4 2025

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 The latest Equine Disease Surveillance report has been released, with details on equine disease from Q4 of 2025.

The report, produced by Equine Infectious Disease Surveillance, includes advice on rule changes for equine influenza vaccination.

Statistics and maps detail recent outbreaks of equine herpes virus, equine influenza, equine strangles and equine grass sickness. A series of laboratory reports provides data on virology, bacteriology, parasitology and toxicosis.

This issue also features a case study of orthoflavivus-associated neurological disease in a horse in the UK. 

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RCVS annual renewal fee for vets due

RCVS' annual renewal fee for veterinary surgeons is now due. Vets must pay their renewal fee before Wednesday, 1 April 2026.

This year's standard annual fee has increased to 431 from last year's 418. This is an approximately three per cent increase, as approved by RCVS Council and the Privy Council.

Tshidi Gardner, RCVS treasurer, said: "The small fee increase will be used to help deliver both our everyday activities and our new ambitious Strategic Plan, which includes aims such as achieving new legislation, reviewing the Codes of Professional Conduct and supporting guidance, and continuing to support the professions through activities such as the Mind Matters Initiative, RCVS Academy and career development."

A full breakdown of the new fees is on the RCVS website. Information about tax relief is available on the UK government website.