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New conservation effort for red squirrels
New project in Carmarthenshire

A new conservation project to help the red squirrel population in north-east Carmarthenshire has begun after the Mid Wales Red Squirrel Project were able to secure £12,000 in funding from Environment Wales.

The red squirrels in Carmarthenshire constitute one of the three surviving populations left in Wales and it is believed that the favourable conditions of the Tywi forest have been a factor in the continued survival of the Carmarthenshire squirrels. The new project will survey the Gwenffrwd and Cothi valleys to attempt to observe squirrel activity, involve local landowners to assist with conservation efforts, and control the grey squirrel population to prevent competition and the spread of disease.

Commenting, Biodiversity Officer for Carmarthenshire County Council Isabel Macho said "We are really lucky still to have red squirrels in Carmarthenshire and their protection is one of our priorities."

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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