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Baby macaque named after royal baby
macaque mother and baby
Many members of the Japanese public complained that naming the monkey Charlotte was disrespectful to the British royal family. (stock image)

Newborn monkey will keep her name despite complaints

A baby macaque named Charlotte in honour of the newborn British princess will get to keep her name, despite complaints it is disrespectful to the royal family, Kyodo News reports.

A zoo in Oita, southwestern Japan, made headlines this week after being inundated with complaints for naming a monkey in honour of the royal baby. The debate has since been settled by Oita city officials, who say the macaque should keep her name.

The monkey's name was announced after her birth on Wednesday (6 May), prompting members of the Japanese public to complain that the name is disrespectful to the British royal family.

It is traditional for the general public to choose the name of the first macaque born at the Takasakiyama Natural Zoological Garden every year. In this year's poll, Charlotte was selected as the most popular name for the newborn monkey.

Following the barrage of complaints, the zoo sought advice from the British Embassy in Tokyo and consulted the Oita city government, who encouraged them to keep the name according to Kyodo News.

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Defra shares new Sanitary and Phytosanitary guidance

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 Defra has published guidance for the vet sector ahead of a proposed UK-EU Sanitary and Phytosanitary agreement.

The agreement, which will change the movement and trade of animals and related products, could see reductions in checks, paperwork and certification. As well as describing regulatory developments, the advice highlights the importance of animal ID, registration and traceability in disease control and other compliance arrangements.

The guidance can be found here. More detail is expected as negotiations progress. 

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Lords Committee opens Pet Parasite Medication inquiry

The House of Lords Environment and Climate Change Committee will launch its inquiry into Pet Parasite Medication (PPM) on Wednesday (3 June).

Focusing on treatments containing fipronil and imidacloprid, the inquiry will seek to understand distribution pathways and the impacts of PPM use and non-use on biodiversity and human health. It will also cover current regulation, monitoring, and the potential implications for pets and their owners.

The committee will hear evidence from environmental non-governmental organisations and research institutes. The public can follow the proceedings live on Parliament TV or in person in the Palace of Westminster.