Brexit
This coverage examines the ongoing impact of Brexit on the UK petcare industry, from import and export regulations to supply chain operations and market access. Pet Gazette reports on changes to trade agreements, customs procedures, and product standards, providing analysis to help pet retailers, wholesalers, importers, and distributors navigate the new trading landscape. Coverage includes expert commentary, case studies, and business insights on how Brexit continues to shape costs, logistics, and growth opportunities across the sector.
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Jul- 2017 -7 JulyCurrent Affairs
Over half of British SMEs voted to remain in the EU
Over half of British SMEs voted to remain in the EU, according to a recent survey. Liberis found that 62 percent of British SMEs voted to remain in the EU and 41 percent of over 500 SMEs surveyed said the triggering of Article 50 has had a negative impact on their…
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Jun- 2017 -28 JuneCurrent Affairs
PFMA publishes Brexit Manifesto
With Brexit bills dominating the government agenda and negotiations underway to seek a new relationship with the EU, the Pet Food Manufacturers’ Association (PFMA) has published its Brexit Manifesto at pfma.org.uk/brexit. The trade body looks forward to working with the new government to achieve a clear and certain path…
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14 JuneCurrent Affairs
RCVS calls on Prime Minister to consider vets
The Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons (RCVS) has called on the Prime Minister to prioritise giving greater certainty to EU nationals working in the UK in the forthcoming Brexit negotiations. This follows the publication of an RCVS report looking at the impact of last year’s referendum vote on European veterinary…
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13 JuneIndustry News
NOAH comments on General Election result
Following the General Election result, NOAH, representing the UK animal medicines industry, has announced that it looks forward to working with the next government to help secure the UK’s future as a global centre of excellence for animal medicines. NOAH Chief Executive Dawn Howard said: “We will continue to highlight…
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May- 2017 -31 MayCurrent Affairs
UK needs to continue to be ‘a global centre of excellence for animal medicines’
The National Office of Animal Health (NOAH) has released its animal health manifesto ahead of the General Election on 8 June, stating the important role of animal medicines. With Brexit in the spotlight, the manifesto highlights what is needed for the UK to secure a future as a ‘global centre…
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26 MayLatest News
Major parties commit to BVA’s manifesto recommendations
The British Veterinary Association (BVA) is celebrating its lobbying success. More than half of BVA’s own manifesto recommendations, centring on animal health and welfare, have been written into the Conservative, Labour and Liberal Democrat priorities for the next Parliament. Following the announcement of the snap General Election, BVA produced a 20-point…
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26 MayCurrent Affairs
UK high street could receive £3bn this Bank Holiday
The UK high street business is expected to receive £3 billion* this May bank holiday, according to Worldpay. The weaker pound has prompted a staycation frenzy, as thrifty Brits choose to spend the long weekends closer to home. New data from payments processor Worldpay reveals that in post-Brexit Britain, where foreign…
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24 MayCurrent Affairs
Major parties commit to BVA’s manifesto recommendations
The British Veterinary Association (BVA) is celebrating its lobbying success. More than half of BVA’s own manifesto recommendations, centring on animal health and welfare, have been written into the Conservative, Labour and Liberal Democrat priorities for the next Parliament. Following the announcement of the snap General Election, BVA produced a 20-point…
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17 MayCurrent Affairs
Business leader demands ‘Brexit Taskforce’
Business has the ‘ideas and the solutions’ to help Britain through the Brexit labyrinth, claims a leading businessman. Paul Drechsler, president of the Confederation of British Industry (CBI), will tackle the topic of the UK’s exit from the EU on the evening of 17 May. His speech will take place…
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Apr- 2017 -18 AprilCurrent Affairs
PM Theresa May seeks snap election on 8 June
Prime Minister Theresa May today made an unscheduled announcement calling for a General Election on 8 June. Speaking outside 10 Downing Street on Tuesday morning, May said Britain needed “certainty, stability and strong leadership following the EU referendum.” She added that “the country is coming together but Westminster is not.”…
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