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New TB measures coming into force in Wales
“I cannot stress enough the importance of the work to clear up long-standing TB breakdowns, some of which have been under restrictions for 10 years or more"
Risk areas to be introduced in new regional approach

The Welsh Government is reminding farmers and vets that the new, regional approach to TB eradication will come into force this Sunday (1 October).

Cabinet secretary Lesley Griffiths published an enhanced TB eradication programme in June. Low, Intermediate and High TB areas will be established based on levels of bovine TB incidence.

Enhanced measures will be applied to each area, depending on the local disease risks and drivers. The approach aims to protect cattle in the Low TB Area, and tackle the disease in the Intermediate and High TB Areas.

The cabinet secretary said: “I cannot stress enough the importance of the work to clear up long-standing TB breakdowns, some of which have been under restrictions for 10 years or more.

“On average, the cost of testing in these herds and compensation of cattle slaughtered, is almost £200,000 per herd. Clearing up infection in these herds will offer significant savings to the taxpayer and farm businesses.”

Ninety-five per cent of herds in Wales are already TB free. The number of new incidents has fallen by over 40 per cent since the peak in 2009, and are at their lowest level in 12 years.
The Welsh government will monitor the impact of the new measures and aim to review the boundaries of the TB areas once the full calendar year dataset for 2018 is available.

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Vivienne Mackinnon elected BVA Scottish Branch President

The British Veterinary Association (BVA) has elected Vivienne Mackinnon as its new BVA Scottish Branch president.

Dr Mackinnon has over 30 years of experience in veterinary care, encompassing both small animal and mixed practice. She has worked in practices in Scotland, England, New Zealand and Australia, before joining APHA to work in frontline disease control.

In her speech, Dr Mackinnon reflected on the changes in Scotland's veterinary industry and highlighted her commitment to veterinary education.

Dr Mackinnon said: "I look forward to working with colleagues across the veterinary professions to improve animal health and welfare in the country and support veterinary workplaces."