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Retail responds to ‘underwhelming’ Spring Statement

Both Bira and CBI have expressed disappointment in the chancellor’s Spring Statement, with Bira having declared it is “underwhelmed with…

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Government unveils new reforms to pet microchipping regulations

The Government has unveiled its new reforms to pet microchipping regulations in England. It revealed the proposals will make it…

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Government announces fast-track pet licence for Ukrainian refugees

The Government has announced it has put in place new emergency support for those fleeing Ukraine with their pets, allowing…

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13 Spring Statement predictions

With both the global and UK economies coming under pressure from the rising cost of living crisis, which has only…

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RSPCA donates £20k to help animals in Ukraine

The RSPCA has pledged £20k to international animal charity Four Paws’ appeal for donations to help animals in Ukraine. Contributions…

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BoE raises interest rates to 0.75%

The Bank of England has raised interest rates back to the pre-pandemic level of 0.75% as it tries to mitigate…

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Animal welfare technology in the pet industry

“Demand for pets has soared. Enquiries increased by more than 253% during lockdown and over 20,000 people contacted pet charity…

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New Scottish Veterinary Service unveiled

Field animal health and welfare functions currently delivered by the Animal and Plant Health Agency in Scotland are to be…

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BoE raises interest rates to 0.5%

The Bank of England (BoE) has raised interest rates for the second time in three months to 0.5%, up from…

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Energy price cap to rise 54% from April

Retail bosses are braced for a spending squeeze after it was revealed the energy price cap is set to increase…

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