Government
Government policy plays a critical role in shaping the regulatory and commercial environment for the UK pet industry. Under this tag, Pet Gazette covers legislation, consultations, and regulatory updates affecting pet retailers, wholesalers, and distributors — from pet food labelling and animal welfare standards to licensing rules, trade regulations, and business rates. We also report on government-backed initiatives, support schemes, and local authority actions that influence retail operations or supply chain logistics. This tag keeps industry professionals informed about political and regulatory developments with direct implications for commercial petcare businesses.
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Jul- 2021 -12 JulyTrade Organisations
Footfall flatlines in June
Footfall from shoppers in the UK plateaued despite social distancing restrictions remaining largely the same, according to new data from the British Retail Consortium (BRC). The latest Footfall Monitor from BRC and Sensormatic found that overall footfall in the UK dropped by 27.6% in June compared to the same month…
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Jun- 2021 -2 JuneCoronavirus
Two-thirds of retailers face legal action in july over rents, warns BRC
Two-thirds of retailers have been told by landlords that they will be subject to legal measures from July, once the moratorium on aggressive debt enforcement ends, according to the British Retail Consortium (BRC). Research conducted by the group shows that 30% of retailers have already faced County Court Judgements (CCJs)…
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May- 2021 -25 MayGovernment & Legislation
BRC calls on government to ‘accelerate use’ of green goods vehicles
The British Retail Consortium (BRC) has written to the secretary of state for transport, Grant Shapps MP, calling on the government to act to encourage the take up of green technologies and reduce emissions from goods vehicles. According to the BRC, retailers are “making progress” to address this issue, but…
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20 MayCharities
RSPCA warns gov not to ‘sell out’ animal welfare in Australia trade deal
The Royal Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (RSPCA) is warning the government not to “sell out” animal welfare in its post-Brexit trade deal with Australia. There are lower legal animal welfare standards in Australia, including barren battery cages for hens, chlorinated chicken, growth hormone treatment for beef…
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14 MayTrade Organisations
Gov bans electric shock collars for dogs
The UK government has outlined its plans to ban electric shock collars for dogs as part of its Action Plan for Animal Welfare. The move has been widely praised by pet associations, such as the Kennel Club, for ensuring the UK is leading the way in animal welfare. Research conducted…
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Apr- 2021 -23 AprilEvents
Kennel Club publishes guidance on events reopening
Kennel Club has published guidance on the reopening of events and shows after the latest lockdown measures. As part of the guidance, all clubs and societies must follow government and local restrictions guidance. The trade association separated the guidance into three steps for planning events, with the first step calling…
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22 AprilPet Owners
NOAH launches campaign to promote pet ownership for renters
The National Office of Animal Health (NOAH) has launched a campaign to help improve access to pets for people living in rented or socially owned housing. The ‘Securing the Right to Rent with Pets: Making One Health Housing a Reality’ campaign will encourage wider use of the Government’s recommended Model…
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13 AprilEditorial
The rise of hypoallergenic and clean label pet food
These days, pet owners can buy super premium pet food which is seen by many as equivalent to baby food in terms of its quality. Pet owners want their pets to stay healthy and these super premium pet foods, containing health promoting ingredients, can help to support their pet’s wellbeing.…
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Mar- 2021 -31 MarchCharities
Dogs Trust saves 1,500th smuggled puppy via Puppy Pilot scheme
Dogs Trust has revealed that it has saved 1,5000 smuggled puppies and rehomed them through its Puppy Pilot scheme. The charity is calling on the government to raise the minimum age for puppies to enter the UK to six months and to increase penalties for those caught illegally importing dogs.…
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26 MarchManufacturers
IPN on target to donate one million meals
Inspired Pet Nutrition (IPN) has announced that its Miles & Meals initiative, launched at the end of 2020 through its Harringtons brand, has already seen more than 570,000 meals given away, while the group is on target to donate one million meals by the middle of the year. Under the…
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