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MPs to debate live animal exports
More than 63,000 people have signed the petition urging the prime minister to ban the export of live animals.
Petition garners more than 63,000 signatures

A petition calling on the government to end the export of live animals after Brexit has gained enough support to trigger a debate in parliament.

At the time of writing, more than 63,000 people have signed the petition urging the prime minister to ban the export of live animals in favour of a carcass-only trade.

The online petition states: “The transport of live animals exported from the UK causes immense suffering. This trade is governed by EU law, not the UK Government.

“The Government should plan legislation to ban the export of live farm animals in favour of a carcass-only trade and introduce this as soon as we leave the EU.”

In its general election manifesto, the Conservative government said: “As we leave the European Union, we can take early steps to control the export of live farm animals for slaughter” and will be considering options in this context.

MPs are now set to debate the issue in Parliament on Monday 26 February.

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Applications open for MMI research grants

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 RCVS' Mind Matters Initiative (MMI) has launched round two of its veterinary mental health research grants.

Researchers have until 11.59pm on Wednesday, 28 May 2025 to apply for a grant for research which reflects MMI's 2025 focus areas.

Only one Impact Grant was awarded last year, and so this year there are two Discovery Grants and one Impact Grants available. Each Discovery Grant is worth £5,000 and the Impact Grant is worth £15,000.

For more information or to apply, email researchgrants@rcvs.org.uk to contact the MMI team.

 

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BBC Radio 4 documentary addresses corporate fees

BBC Radio 4's File on 4 Investigates has released a documentary exploring how corporate-owned veterinary practices may be inflating bills to increase profit.

Released on 15 April, 'What's Happening To Your Vet Bills?' revealed the policies which many corporate groups have in place to increase their profits. This included targets and upgrades which veterinary teams are tasked with meeting on a regular basis.

It also features Anrich Vets, an independently-owned practice based in Wigan. Following the case of Staffordshire terrier Benjy, who is diagnosed with a tumour, the documentary shares how the team were able to offer contextualised care and advice to make the procedure as affordable as possible for his owners.

The documentary can be heard on demand on BBC iPlayer.