Wake up and act now before disaster strikes on biosecurity, urges Shadow Defra Minister

It follows ‘alarming findings’ from the National Audit Office on the Government and the Animal and Plant Health Agency’s ability to respond to a crisis

Alex Black
clock • 2 min read
Wake up and act now before disaster strikes on biosecurity, urges Shadow Defra Minister

Government must act now to prevent looming crises in biosecurity, by fully funding critical infrastructure, a redevelopment of the Animal and Plant Health Agency Headquarters in Weybridge, and stepping...

To continue reading...

Already a member? Login for full access.

Login

New to Farmers Guardian? Register for 1 free article per week or become a member for unlimited access to essential farming news and insights.

article-img-580x358
Register for free Join Now

 

More on Animal Health

Industry reacts to Governments 'biggest animal welfare reforms in a generation' 
Animal Health

Industry reacts to Governments 'biggest animal welfare reforms in a generation' 

The strategy includes consultations into the use of cages for laying hens and farrowing crates for pigs, as well as a consultation into phasing out the use of CO2 gas killing of pigs

Mia Willemsen
clock 22 December 2025 • 6 min read
Inquiry launched after undercover filming raises welfare concerns at turkey farm
Animal Health

Inquiry launched after undercover filming raises welfare concerns at turkey farm

Red Tractor suspends Hockenhull Turkeys after footage shows staff member urinating in a pen

Jane Thynne
clock 05 December 2025 • 2 min read
Royal Ulster Winter Fair to go ahead despite ongoing bluetongue investigations
Animal Health

Royal Ulster Winter Fair to go ahead despite ongoing bluetongue investigations

Organisers express disappointment but move to assure visitors the 'action-packed' event will take place

Jane Thynne
clock 04 December 2025 • 2 min read