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Lion escape at China zoo
Image: HAP/ Quirky China News/ Rex Feat
Lions escape after keeper forgets to lock the doors

 A zoo in China's Chongqing city has had to be evacuated after two lions escaped from their enclosure, which was left open by the zoo keeper. The keeper caused panic after forgetting to lock the doors to the enclosure after cleaning it, allowing the big cats to break free.

The Chongqing Zoo, located in south-west China was forced into lockdown just after 8am on Tuesday, as armed police and wildlife experts searched for the animals.

The lioness was found after an hour of freedom, but the wily male lion managed to elude capture for nearly four hours.

A zoo spokesman said: "We found the female first and subdued her with a tranquilliser gun but the male took longer to find and bring back," said a zoo spokesman.

"They both recovered quickly and are no worse off for their adventure," he added.

Apologising to the locals and customers, an official said: "You can't blame the lions. It was human error and they naturally took advantage of it." 

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Defra shares new Sanitary and Phytosanitary guidance

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 Defra has published guidance for the vet sector ahead of a proposed UK-EU Sanitary and Phytosanitary agreement.

The agreement, which will change the movement and trade of animals and related products, could see reductions in checks, paperwork and certification. As well as describing regulatory developments, the advice highlights the importance of animal ID, registration and traceability in disease control and other compliance arrangements.

The guidance can be found here. More detail is expected as negotiations progress. 

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Lords Committee opens Pet Parasite Medication inquiry

The House of Lords Environment and Climate Change Committee will launch its inquiry into Pet Parasite Medication (PPM) on Wednesday (3 June).

Focusing on treatments containing fipronil and imidacloprid, the inquiry will seek to understand distribution pathways and the impacts of PPM use and non-use on biodiversity and human health. It will also cover current regulation, monitoring, and the potential implications for pets and their owners.

The committee will hear evidence from environmental non-governmental organisations and research institutes. The public can follow the proceedings live on Parliament TV or in person in the Palace of Westminster.