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OATA welcomes Scottish government plans to review pet shop licensing

The Ornamental Aquatic Trade Association (OATA) has welcomed news that the Scottish government is to look at introducing new legislation…

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New trading standard guides launched to help OATA members

OATA has joined forces with Cambridgeshire and Peterborough Trading Standards team to provide new support and advice guidance for its…

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OATA AGM confirms directors for the next year

Six directors were welcomed to the Ornamental Aquatic Trade Association (OATA) board at the trade association’s AGM. Ballot papers were…

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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…

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Trade body warns pet businesses to get ready for new licensing regime

The Ornamental Aquatic Trade Association (OATA) said it is “deeply concerned” by the new Animal Activities Licensing (AAL) regime which…

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New import rules on Caudata to come in July

New EU rules on the import of Caudata amphibians such as newts and salamanders are being introduced to the UK…

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New advice to prevent palytoxin poisoning released

OATA has joined forces with key public health officials to produce guidance to help marine aquarium hobbyists who keep corals…

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Channa sales ban on hold after an OATA challenge

Plans to ban the sale of Channa and three aquatic plant species across the whole of the UK has been…

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Illegal cyanide fishers targeted by industry

The aquatic industry is taking steps to target illegal cyanide fishing. Scientists are a step closer to ending the deadly…

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OATA introduces new members to Board of Directors

The aquatic industry trade body, OATA, has welcomed three new directors to its Board, following its annual general meeting held…

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