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Golden Eagle Given Protection
Protection is being increased for one of Scotland's most iconic species.

Six new sites are being designated as Special Protection Areas (SPAs) for the golden eagle.

Covering more than 350,000 hectares of Northern and Western Scotland they will bring some 80 additional breeding territories into the current network of eight sites.

The Scottish Government has decided to go ahead with the plans after they received broad support in a consultation by Scottish Natural Heritage (SNH) earlier this year.

Environment Minister Roseanna Cunningham said: "It's fitting that we're taking further steps to protect golden eagles as they are one of Scotland's most iconic species.

"People come here from across the world with the hope of catching just a glimpse of one of these beautiful birds in their natural environment. These new protected areas will mean they can continue to do this for generations to come.

"We have a duty to protect our biodiversity but that doesn't mean that we should rule out economic activity in our countryside. I know these designations are often seen as constraints on development but the potential for conflict can be minimised with careful planning."

The Special Areas of Protection are:

    * Glen Affric to Strathconon (in the Central Highlands and Ross-shire)
    * Cairngorms Massif
    * Foinaven (at Durness)
    * Moidart & Ardgour (near Fort William)
    * Glen Etive (near Bridge of Orchy) to Glen Fyne (near Arrochar)
    * Jura, Scarba and the Garvellachs (off the West coast)

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RUMA CA&E extends survey deadline

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 RUMA CA&E has extended the deadline for its online survey into vaccine availability.

Vets, SQPs, retailers and wholesalers will now have until Friday, 26 September at 5pm to submit their response.

The survey aims to further understanding into the vaccine supply challenges faced by the sector. It will also consider the short and long term impacts of disruption issues.

Insights are anonymous, and will be shared with industry stakeholders and government bodies.

The survey can be accessed here

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Dechra launches checklist for veterinary sustainability

Global animal health specialist Dechra has announced the world's first Veterinary Green Theatre Checklist (VGTC) to help make surgery more sustainable.

Endorsed by leading veterinary organisations, including the BEVA, BVNA and RCVS Knowledge, the checklist is designed to reduce the environmental footprint of veterinary care, while supporting better animal health outcomes.

The checklist was launched at the World Congress of Veterinary Anaesthesia and Analgesia in Paris and will be followed by an internal training and awareness campaign. For more information, visit dechra.com