Brexit

PIF boss Nigel Baker gives his opinions on licensing

We live in a strange and unpredictable world. As of January 2017 the Nuclear or Doomsday clock was set at two and a half minutes to midnight, due to the rise of ‘strident nationalism’ worldwide; the United States’ President, Donald Trump’s, comments over North Korea, Russia, nuclear weapons and the disbelief in…

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Petlife International celebrates 25 years in business with increased export activity

Bury St Edmunds based pet product manufacturer and distributor, Petlife International, has announced increased export activity as it celebrates 25 years in business. Led by John Hancock following a 1993 takeover, the company is best known for its Vetbed Original, a bedding it claims is “recognised by the veterinary industry…

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NOAH welcomes no-deal Brexit plan publication

Trade body for the animal medicine industry NOAH says it welcomes the publication of the government’s no-deal Brexit plan. Noah however says it remains ‘very concerned’ about the lack of sufficient time to execute a smooth EU exit process without interruption to the availability of vital veterinary medicines. Gaynor Hillier,…

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BVA calls for post-rabies vaccination waiting times to be extended post-Brexit

The British Veterinary Association (BVA) is calling on the government to extend the waiting time post-rabies vaccination to 12 weeks to minimise the risk of rabies entering the UK after Brexit. Vets at the BVA also say that the extension would simultaneously reduce illegal trade in puppies for sale via…

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BVA: Government must make good on its commitment in law pre-Brexit

The British Veterinary Association (BVA) has today (7 August) responded to the government’s update following a consultation on the Animal Welfare (Sentencing and Recognition of Sentience) Bill. The government’s announcement centred on a pledge to introduce tougher sentences for animal cruelty, with those who commit the most serious offences facing…

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NOAH gives cautious welcome to government Brexit plans

The National Office of Animal Health (NOAH) says it “cautiously” welcomes the government’s white paper out today that details plans for the UK’s departure from the EU. NOAH’s announcement comes less than a month after British Veterinary Association (BVA) resident John Fishwick said Brexit would threaten the capacity of veterinary…

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Gaynor Hillier re-elected NOAH Chair

Gaynor Hillier, head of Elanco Animal Health, has been re-elected as the National Office of Animal Health (NOAH) chair for 2018, following this year’s AGM at BMA House in London on 15 June. Hillier was first elected chair in 2017, having been an active member of the NOAH board since…

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Over 1,600 EU vet professionals respond to second RCVS Brexit survey

Over 1,600 EU-qualified veterinary surgeons and veterinary nurses have already responded to a second survey by the Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons (RCVS) on the implications for them of the UK’s decision to exit the European Union. The original survey was sent last year to more than 5,000 UK-registered veterinary…

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Brexit threatens capacity of Welsh veterinary workforce, warns BVA

British Veterinary Association (BVA) resident John Fishwick called for urgent action to guard against a serious shortfall of vets in Wales following Britain’s withdrawal from the European Union. His speech at BVA’s Annual Welsh Dinner on 26 June came amid growing concerns about how Brexit may impact on vets working…

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RCVS increases vet fees by three percent

At its June meeting, the Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons (RCVS) council agreed a three percent increase in the registration and retention fees for 2019/20 which will now be submitted to the privy council for formal approval. Lizzie Lockett, RCVS CEO, said: “This year we asked council to agree a…

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