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Animal Disease in Scotland

The Scottish Government has commissioned a review of how information on disease spread is gathered and monitored.

This review aims to ensure swift action in the event of an infectious outbreak. It will be carried out by a panel chaired by John Kinnaird, former President of NFUScotland, and assisted by David Mitchell, Chairman of the Scottish Agricultural Organisation Society Ltd (SAOS). Its membership will be formed from expert staff from the Scottish Agricultural College, the Moredun Institute and the Scottish Government. Organisations and individuals with an interest in animal disease surveillance will be invited to provide information and comments during the review process. A report is expected to be delivered to Ministers by late 2010.

The Scottish Government has also published its Exotic Animal Disease Contingency Framework Plan, consolidating previous plans for avian influenza and FMD, and has separately published a template to help farmers produce site specific contingency plans for exotic animal diseases for pig and poultry businesses with associated advice to ensure the industry is fully prepared should an outbreak of disease occur.

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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.'