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The myth: In an article in the Mail on Sunday on 21 October, Brian May claims that the UK can already vaccinate cattle against TB if it wants…
First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government
Tighter control measures to reduce the risk of bovine TB spreading between cattle are to be introduced as part of the drive to eradicate the…
Defra’s Chief Scientist Professor Ian Boyd and Chief Vet Nigel Gibbens answered questions about the badger cull pilots live on Twitter on Wednesday…
In England we already have tough measures that are helping stop the spread of bovine TB. We restrict cattle movement, regularly administer robust…
The public's safety is vital and anyone taking part in the cull must consider the safety of their operations at all times.
Following the review of the Bovine TB Eradication Group for England (TBEG), Jim Paice today announced a new Bovine TB Eradication Advisory Group for England (TBEAG).
Measures to reduce the risk of bovine TB being spread between cattle are to be strengthened as part of the Government's plan to eradicate the disease in England.
Why the government is committed to 'earned recognition' as a principle that should be applied more widely than just farm regulation.
Culling will only take place in the localised areas where it will make a difference.
How the AHWBE can help build trust between government and animal keepers and farmers and form a working partnership at all levels.
Two areas in West Gloucestershire and West Somerset have been selected as the most suitable to pilot controlled shooting of badgers.
The two pilots will be closely managed and monitored to examine how safe, effective and humane a method this is.
Farmers will be able to access advice on reducing the risks of cattle contracting TB from wildlife through a new online video, released today.
Measures to tackle the devastating effect of bovine tuberculosis in England were announced by Environment Secretary Caroline Spelman today.
We have consistently said that we have yet to make a decision after the consultation on badger control.
Defra will examine the report's many recommendations and publish an initial response in the autumn and a full response in the New Year.
Jim Paice’s speech at the Royal Agricultural Benevolent Institution annual event.
Research shows the positive effects of badger culling can last for a long time and that an initial negative effect disappeared relatively quickly.
Cattle testing positive for Bovine TB are to be DNA tagged to further strengthen controls preventing spread of the disease.
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