Brexit

New legislation to allow RVCS to recognise European vet degrees

The House of Lords passed a Statutory Instrument (SI) to allow the Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons (RCVS) to continue to register veterinary surgeons from the European Economic Area (EEA) after the UK leaves the EU. The Veterinary Surgeons and Animal Welfare (Amendment) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019 were debated in…

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BVA sees victory on revalidation campaign

The British Veterinary Association (BVA) has welcomed plans for reforms to the training and revalidation system for Official Veterinarians (OVs), after spearheading a campaign to make the process more user-friendly and relevant for the UK profession. Under the new plans announced today (31 January) by the Animal and Plant Health…

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RCVS and BVA call for vet surgeons to be restored to Shortage Occupation List

The Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons (RCVS) and British Veterinary Association (BVA) have called for veterinary surgeons to be restored to the Shortage Occupation List as part of the UK’s preparations for leaving the EU. The organisations made the joint submission to the Migration Advisory Committee (MAC) as part of…

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Vets voice growing concerns over Brexit impact on workforce and welfare

According to new figures from the British Veterinary Association (BVA), vets are becoming increasingly concerned about Brexit. As many as 64% of vets now see Brexit as more of a threat than an opportunity for the UK veterinary profession, compared to just half in autumn 2016, according to findings from…

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PetLondon celebrates the best of British with new products

Pet product wholesaler and manufacturer, PetLondon, is bringing the Best of Britain to PATS 2018 with an aim to “kickstart a renewed sense of pride” as well as find its position post-Brexit. PetLondon has released a new selection of British themed clothing, toys and accessories that celebrate classic iconography across…

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A challenging retail environment

The last few months have been tough for UK retailers and with pressure on the high street unlikely to let up any time soon, factors such as Brexit, rising costs and online competition have left British merchants with little to celebrate. Although the macroeconomic picture seems to have improved more…

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BVA warns no deal pet travel arrangements will impact vets and owners

The British Veterinary Association (BVA) has warned that pet owners must start preparing now if they want to take their pet to the EU after Brexit, in case a no deal situation leaves them facing long waits to get cleared for travel. If the UK has “unlisted” third country status…

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Bank of England puts hold on interest rates due to Brexit uncertainty

The Bank of England has placed interest rates on hold following growing uncertainty around Brexit. A vote to leave rates unchanged held by the bank’s Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) was in favour of leaving rates at 0.75% by 9-0. Financial markets are currently indicating that rates will not rise until…

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PFMA welcomes four new companies to membership

This month the Pet Food Manufacturers’ Association (PFMA) has welcomed four new pet food companies into its membership. The companies are: Poppy’s Picnic, the raw pet food company of Dragon’s Den fame; Daly Partners, another member for the dedicated PFMA Raw Producers Group; Frozzys, producers of a lickable frozen yogurt…

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Edgard and Cooper releases new additions to dog food range

Healthy pet food company Edgard & Cooper has updated its dog food offering and unveiled a brand refresh. The updates come as the brand revealed a new listing on Amazon (8 October), increased distribution and a focus on the UK market. The company has responded to growing consumer demand with…

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