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The Badger Trust appeals against cull decision
Appeal launched after bid failed

The Badger Trust has launched an appeal after its bid to block a badger cull in England failed. The judge ruled against the trust which claimed that the government acted illegally.

The trust said it was appealing on three grounds, including one that a cull would prompt a spread of the disease rather than prevent it. A spokesperson for The Badger Trust said it had not taken the decision to proceed to the Court of Appeal lightly and it will do "everything possible to ensure the safe survival of this iconic species".

The spokesperson added: "It underlines the trust's strong belief that the government's proposals to kill badgers in England are likely to do more harm than good,"

After the ruling last week, a Defra spokesman said: "No-one wants to cull badgers, but last year bovine TB led to the slaughter of over 26,000 cattle. We will continue to work with the farming industry so badger control in two pilot areas can start as soon as is practical."

A cull is likely to go ahead in west Gloucestershire and west Somerset.

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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