The mandatory registration of equine establishments is an essential step forward to improve traceability and welfare standards, DAERA Minister Andrew Muir has said. The Minister
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Minister Muir said this ‘marks a significant moment on our journey towards increasing animal welfare protections for pets.’ He made the comments as the Northern
An expert advisory group to review Dog Breeding Regulations in Northern Ireland has been established. The review is one of the key priorities within the
Andrew Muir has permitted the voluntary use of three bluetongue serotype 3 (BTV-3) vaccines in Northern Ireland, subject to licensing. These vaccines are intended to
Following the UK Government’s publication of its Protecting Animal Health: The Government’s Approach to Veterinary Medicines in Northern Ireland Agriculture Environment and Rural Affairs Minister
The Cabinet Office has published its approach and accompanying guidance from the Veterinary Medicines Directorate (VMD) for the future supply of veterinary medicines in Northern
She expressed strong opposition to the Government’s decision to subject the supply of veterinary medicines from Great Britain to Northern Ireland to EU law from
DAERA has reminded all livestock keepers that from 30 June 2025 only ‘XI’ prefixed tags can be used to identify newborn cattle, sheep, and goats.
DAERA Minister Andrew Muir has completed a two-day programme of engagements in Brussels. During his visit, the Minister met politicians, officials and farming representatives to
NOAH (National Office of Animal Health) shares the concerns raised by the National Audit Office (NAO) report highlighting significant gaps in the UK’s preparedness for