The Liberal Democrat MP, Alistair Carmichael, says the Treasury must stop treating the Scottish Whisky industry as a 'cash cow'.

NOAH believes the progress reported in the Veterinary Antimicrobial Resistance and Sales Surveillance (VARSS) report for 2016, which shows significant reductions in antimicrobial use, demonstrates that UK vets and farmers are making every effort to prescribe and use antibiotics responsibly. 

Air pollution has improved since the Great Smog, but it still causes more deaths than car accidents in London, and globally the problem is still worse. What combination of policy and practice will keep people moving—and breathing? The article below is based on a roundtable discussion, convened by Go-Ahead Group CEO David Brown and Jericho Chambers on 5 October 2017.

An ancient oak tree, thought to be several hundred years old, is likely to become another victim of HS2 – but it won’t be felled for the rail line, only a mere access road which needs to be widened to enable vehicles help construct the route.

Continued cooperation to ensure the unique relationships, structures and movements that straddle the Northern Ireland/Republic of Ireland border was the focus of the British Veterinary Association (BVA) annual Northern Ireland dinner, held at Stormont on Thursday (19 October).

Looking after our precious ecosystems requires constant energy and willingness to listen to environmental organisations, scientists and animal welfare groups who are pushing for progress on this issue, says Andrew Rosindell MP.

Labour MP Angela Smith and WWF CEO, Tanya Steele today opened a week-long installation in the Houses of Parliament calling for the environment to be at the heart of politics and the Brexit negotiations.

Becky Thwaites, Head of Public Affairs at Blue Cross pet charity, has responded to Christopher Evans MP's puppy sales debate.

The 1950s with its black and white televisions and teddy boys almost seem to belong to another world, yet pets sales are governed by legislation passed when Churchill and Attlee were still leading their respective parties.

As Strom Ophelia hits Northern Ireland, the UK's leading veterinary body is highlighting the impact flooding could have on small holders and farmers.

British farmers will produce more food if the UK leaves the European Union without a deal, according to Chris Grayling.

The Government’s response (12 October) to the House of Lords EU Energy and Environment Sub-Committee’s report on Brexit: Farm Animal Welfare is promising, but actual promises now need to be made in Brexit negotiations, says the British Veterinary Association (BVA).

British Veterinary Association President John Fishwick urges the Government to add veterinary surgeons to the Shortage Occupation List.

New study finds that local authorities stand to benefit from introduction of a DRS for plastic and glass bottles and aluminium cans.

Plans to trash ancient dormouse woodland shows Government rowing back on its own biodiversity commitments.

The SNP will fight against any attempt to sell out Scotland’s farmers, fishermen and crofters – and to protect our place in the single market, says Angus MacNeil 

Coca-Cola European Partners (CCEP) has launched a new initiative in partnership with the University of Reading, coinciding with the start of the next academic year and continuing CCEP’s commitment to reducing the amount of packaging used for its products.

85% of vets report that either they or a member of their team have felt intimidated by a client’s language or behaviour, prompting British Veterinary Association (BVA) and British Veterinary Nursing Association (BVNA) to offer advice on dealing with this issue this National Work Life Week.

The sale and purchase of ivory is set to be banned in the UK in a bid to protect elephants, Michael Gove has announced.

An expert panel joined Defra Minister Dr Thérèse Coffey, in a discussion about how to ensure the best for the UK environment post-Brexit.

Jacob Rees-Mogg has declared his support for importing chlorinated chicken from the US after Brexit, arguing that it will be "absolutely fine" and have "no health consequences" for consumers.

Environment Secretary Michael Gove will announce proposals to punish cruelty to animals with longer sentences of up to five years.

We have a once-in-a-generation opportunity to make Britain a global leader in green policy and rewrite our approach to environmentalism, farming and fishing, writes Michael Gove 

Leading British pet charity Blue Cross has unveiled shocking statistics and cases of illegal and unethical selling of pets online across Europe through its partnership with the EU Dog and Cat Alliance, a body dedicated to improving the welfare of cats and dogs across Europe.