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Government to revise pet bans for tenants

Housing secretary Robert Jenrick has announced an overhaul of model tenancy contracts in a bid to “make it easier for…

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Government considers compulsory microchipping for cats

The government has urged pet owners to microchip all cats and dogs in a newly launched appeal. In a new…

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Finally, a government addressing the business rates fiasco

Regardless of your political colours, small businesses up and down the land will be pleased to hear of at least…

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NOAH releases animal health manifesto

The National Office of Animal Health (NOAH) has released its animal health manifesto ahead of the upcoming general election. It…

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Conservatives pledge business rates review

The Conservative Party has pledged a business rates review which aims to “reduce the burden” on UK businesses, as part…

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Vets call for tougher fireworks laws after dogs seriously injured

Pet emergency care provider, Vets Now, are calling for fireworks to be banned from public sale.  With bonfire night and…

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BVA welcomes animal sentience legislation proposals in Queen’s Speech

The British Veterinary Association (BVA) has welcomed proposals set out in the Queen’s Speech that would see animal sentience finally…

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BRC ‘disappointed’ with business rates relief in Queen’s speech

The British Retail Consortium has responded to the Queen’s speech, praising its approach to crime and sustainability but was “surprised…

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BVA welcomes renewed calls to enshrine animal sentience in law

The British Veterinary Association (BVA) has welcomed the Labour Party’s renewed drive for animal sentience to be embedded in legislation.…

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BVA welcomes Welsh government plan to address antimicrobial resistance

The British Veterinary Association (BVA) has welcomed the collaborative, One Health principle underpinning Wales’ new five-year implementation plan to address…

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