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Government backs Glue Traps (Offences) Bill to crack down on inhumane traps
First published during the 2019 to 2022 Johnson Conservative government
Government backs Animals (Penalty Notices) Bill to crackdown on animal offenders
Product defect recall alert for Salmovac 440 (Vm 15052/4160) by Ceva Animal Health Ltd.
Marketing Authorisation holders who converted centralised products into GB MAs from 1 January 2021 are reminded to complete the actions necessary to retain continued authorisation.
We are looking for veterinary surgeons to trial an early version of our new Special Imports Service (SIS) to be launched early next year.
Opportunity to join the VMD's expanding Antimicrobial Resistance (AMR) team as we deliver Defra’s commitments in the UK’s 5-year action plan.
The new Bill will improve welfare standards through a wide range of measures
Evidence will be used to consider future government policy in relation to the fur trade
Product defect recall alert for Prid Delta 1.55 g Vaginal Delivery System for Cattle (Vm 15052/4047) by Ceva Animal Health Ltd.
We have a vacancy for a Senior Scientific Officer - AMR Evidence Manager in the Antimicrobial Resistance (AMR) Team.
The VMD’s online services will be shut down over the May bank holiday period for essential maintenance.
Details about 2 vacancies for Senior Scientific Officers in the Residues Team.
Introduction of the Animal Welfare (Sentience) Bill as part of the Government's Action Plan for Animal Welfare
UK launches first ever action plan to improve the welfare and conservation of animals at home and abroad
Taskforce will investigate and draw up action to tackle these crimes.
Submission opportunities that are now available to applicants of marketing authorisations.
Animal Welfare (Sentencing) Bill receives Royal Assent and will allow tougher penalties for animal cruelty
Greener building and conserving wildlife goes hand in hand in the North East as a new approach to sustainable development is launched.
A summary of results from surveillance work carried out by the VMD's pharmacovigilance team concerning reported adverse events.
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