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6th Sep 2017

Brussels

NPA 'alarmed' at leaked Brexit immigration paper


The NPA has expressed concern following the publication of a leaked document giving an insight into the Government’s post-Brexit immigration policy.

1st Sep 2017

NPANews

We fight for all your interests - whatever system you operate


In her latest article for Pig World, NPA chief executive Zoe Davies addresses the indoor-outdoor debate, which has raised its head lately. 

1st Sep 2017

HealthWelfare

Where next for African Swine Fever?


African swine fever (ASF) is expected to continue its relentless movement west via two main pathways, according to the Russian authorities. 

30th Aug 2017

NPANews

Defra seeking views on eAML2 replacement


Defra is seeking the views of pig keepers to help it develop a new reporting system to replace the current eAML2 system.

23rd Aug 2017

HealthWelfare

Georgina reassures public on Hepatitis E in BBC interview


NPA senior policy advisor Georgina Crayford has urged the public to buy Red Tractor assured pork if they are concerned about Hepatitis E. 

21st Aug 2017

HealthWelfare

NPA welcomes fall in Hepatitis E cases as imported pork again linked to UK cases


The NPA has welcomed figures showing a decline in human Hepatitis E cases in England and Wales.

17th Aug 2017

HealthWelfare

Producers urged to submit eMB data ahead of Red Tractor rule change


Pig producers are being urged to submit antibiotic data onto the eMB-Pigs database ahead of changes to Red Tractor rules.

15th Aug 2017

Brussels

Government to seek temporary customs union with EU


The UK Government wants to put in place a 'temporary customs union' to soften the blow for UK businesses after we leave the EU.

11th Aug 2017

Westminster

Huge export win to China for UK food producers


Seven new businesses in England and Northern Ireland have secured access to export pork to China as part of a lucrative new export deal.

11th Aug 2017

Westminster

Mandatory CCTV in all slaughterhouses under new animal welfare plans


Environment Secretary Michael Gove has announced a series of measures to further strengthen animal welfare standards in England.