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New Pilot Scheme to Speed up Removal of TB Reactor Cattle
A new Animal Health pilot scheme designed to reduce the time it takes to remove TB reactor cattle from farms, could help livestock keepers in Exeter, Gloucester and the West Midlands to save money.

During June 2010, livestock owners in these areas will no longer have to wait for Animal Health to visit their holding to find out how much compensation they will be paid for their TB reactor cattle. Instead, their local Animal Health office will provide them with compensation information over the phone.

This procedural change could help livestock owners to save time - through no longer having to host an Animal Health visit - and the costs associated with delayed removal of TB reactor cattle.

The pilot will also look at the potential cost savings that can be realised by reducing the number of farm visits undertaken by Animal Health.

Andy Foxcroft, Animal Health’s Field Services Director for England, said: “We will be seeking feedback on the scheme from all the livestock owners, partners and stakeholders involved.

“If the feedback is positive and the project creates benefits for both livestock keepers and Animal Health, there is a good chance the changes will be adopted permanently and introduced to our offices in the rest of England.”

The pilot scheme, which began on 2 June (7 June in the West Midlands) and runs until 30 June, will involve Animal Health offices in Exeter, Gloucester, and the West Midlands.

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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.