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UK Government steps-up its campaign to combat the introduction and spread of the pig disease African swine fever.
First published during the 2019 to 2022 Johnson Conservative government
Richard Irvine has been named as the new Deputy Chief Veterinary Officer (DCVO) for the United Kingdom.
APHA continues to provide post-mortem and diagnostic testing support for livestock veterinarians but some restrictions are still in place due to COVID-19
New national measures come into force to safeguard the UK, and its forestry and horticulture industries, from a range of plant health diseases and pests.
World-leading scientific and veterinary capability will be strengthened
Strategy includes field trials of a cattle vaccine, plans for badger vaccination and improved testing
What you need to know if you access Government Gateway on Windows XP, Windows Vista or older browsers such as Internet Explorer 6 or 7 from 1 April 2020.
Exercise to practice biosecurity measures in the event of an African swine fever outbreak
The Ash Archive initiative is a major step towards maintaining and restoring ash in the British landscape.
Government issues updated advice on moving internationally protected animals and plants, including types of fish, birds and rosewood, in the event of a ‘no deal’ EU exit.
Importers and exporters of animals and animal products are being urged to prepare for Brexit
From 1 September 2019, machinery or vehicles that have been used for agricultural or forestry purposes will be subject to plant health regulations when imported from any third country.
The UK’s Deputy Chief Veterinary Officer confirmed a new case of Equine Viral Arteritis in Shropshire
Tighter measures on the import of oak trees come into force in England to protect the country against oak processionary moth
First published during the 2016 to 2019 May Conservative government
Beekeepers asked to remain vigilant as single Asian hornet is spotted in Hampshire.
Further findings of the tree pest made on trees imported from the Netherlands
Oak Processionary Moth (OPM) caterpillars found on trees recently imported from the Netherlands.
The Asian Longhorn Beetle (ALB) has been eradicated in the UK following six years of trapping and surveillance work
UK global approach to tackling the threat of antimicrobial resistance (AMR) gets UN recognition.
Fifth annual Invasive Species Week promotes simple steps to stop the spread of invasive species which threaten Britain’s plants and animals
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