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MPs to debate live animal exports
More than 63,000 people have signed the petition urging the prime minister to ban the export of live animals.
Petition garners more than 63,000 signatures

A petition calling on the government to end the export of live animals after Brexit has gained enough support to trigger a debate in parliament.

At the time of writing, more than 63,000 people have signed the petition urging the prime minister to ban the export of live animals in favour of a carcass-only trade.

The online petition states: “The transport of live animals exported from the UK causes immense suffering. This trade is governed by EU law, not the UK Government.

“The Government should plan legislation to ban the export of live farm animals in favour of a carcass-only trade and introduce this as soon as we leave the EU.”

In its general election manifesto, the Conservative government said: “As we leave the European Union, we can take early steps to control the export of live farm animals for slaughter” and will be considering options in this context.

MPs are now set to debate the issue in Parliament on Monday 26 February.

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Annual submission deadline small pet animal exemptions

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 Companies marketing medicines for small pets exempt from authorisation must submit their annual return to the Veterinary Medicines Directorate (VMD) by 30 November 2026.

Submitting this annual return ensures continued compliance with regulatory requirements for products marketed without a full Marketing Authorisation. The exemption specifically applies to products intended for animals, cage birds, terrarium animals, small rodents, ferrets and rabbits.

For further details and submission guidelines, visit the gov.uk website.  

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BVA urges 'continued vigilance' over bluetongue

The British Veterinary Association (BVA) has urged vigilance following a concerning rise in Bluetongue (BTV) cases in sheep and cattle.

In a recent statement, the BVA noted that members are reporting more severe clinical signs and higher mortality rates than in previous years.

'We know that farm vets are working hard to support farmers and animals affected by this outbreak, during what is an extremely difficult time for all involved,' they stated. 'Continued vigilance to identify disease early is vital and vaccination remains the best way of protecting animals from this disease.'