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Lessen your carbon footprint for less

Employers can potentially reduce their carbon emissions with the help of various low-cost actions.

UK employers aiming to go green can potentially reduce their carbon emissions with the help of various low-cost actions, it is suggested, which may interest managers who are looking to boost their leadership skills.

According to Dominic Wood, programme coordinator for Groundwork, major improvements in a company's environmental performance do not always have to cost large sums of money.

He stated: "Increased staff awareness, correct waste disposal procedures, regular monitoring and targeting of energy and a good maintenance schedule all have a big role to play in making the footprint that bit smaller."

LED lighting is among the numerous technological measures which could prove useful to some businesses too, the expert added.

Earlier in June, Martin Sandbrook, director of education programmes at the Schumacher Institute, suggested that some of the country's firms may be finding it fairly straightforward to lower their carbon footprint by a figure of ten per cent.

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New roadshow brings free flea and tick checks to dog owners

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 A nationwide roadshow offering free, personalised parasite risk assessments and flea and tick checks will be visiting popular dog events across the UK.

The All About Dogs shows in Norfolk and Knebworth, will be among the first events to host MSD Animal Health's Big Parasite Check campaign, which aims to address common misconceptions and highlight the importance of year-round parasite protection.

A total of six dog-friendly events will feature the free clinics from summer through to winter. Full roadshow dates and locations are available on The Big Parasite Check map or through your local MSD Animal Health Representative.  

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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.'