Scottish Government's Chief Vet. Tweeting on animal health & welfare, vet science,@ScotGov, animals (family) life. Tweets own, RT not endorsements
Joined September 2016
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Sheila Voas retweeted
Sign up to the #cattle focused #BattleBluetongue webinar on 29 April 5-6pm, chaired by @natbeefassoc
A panel of experts will provide updates to the current BTV situation plus we will hear experiences from cattle farmers and vets.
Book your place via: ahdb.org.uk/events/bluetongu…
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Sheila Voas retweeted
Sign up to the sheep focused #BattleBluetongue webinar on 22 April 5-6pm, chaired by NSA where a panel of experts will provide updates to the current Bluetongue situation.
Submit questions in advance via: forms.office.com/e/dEpjrQE5b…
Book via: ahdb.org.uk/events/bluetongu…
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Sheila Voas retweeted
@natbeefassoc are hosting a free webinar on the importance of BTV vaccination pre-turnout with a reminder of the practical and commercial impact of the disease.
Interested? Make sure you register here: bit.ly/4chuSaC
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Sheila Voas retweeted
**WEBINAR** Bluetongue virus update – 15th April 2026
From 5-6pm
During this technical update we'll share the latest updates on the current bluetongue virus (BTV) situation.
The discussion will be aimed at vets, but farmers are welcome to join.
Link: register.gotowebinar.com/reg…
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Sheila Voas retweeted
Feb 21
Travelling back from a half term trip abroad?
To protect UK farmers and animals from diseases like Foot and Mouth, meat and dairy products can't be brought into Great Britain.
Check the rules before travelling: gov.uk/bringing-food-into-gr…
ALT Travellers banned from bringing meat and dairy from EU to GB
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Sheila Voas retweeted
31 Dec 2025
From 10 January 2026, exporters and the wider supply chain, need to provide additional information for seafood leaving the UK.
Details regarding the changes, are on the fishtraceship.campaign.gov.u… site where you will find links to Guidance, FAQs and dates for engagement webinars.
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Veterinary vaccines don't just safeguard animal welfare - they're essential for public health, food security, and economic resilience.
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New government framework sets out how cross-sector action can address crucial supply gaps.
🔗Read more: tinyurl.com/3p99rnuk
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Sheila Voas retweeted
25 Jul 2025
#BattleBluetongue vaccination fact check
Speak to your vet about vaccination - use the vaccine decision maker to help: ruminanthw.org.uk/wp-content…
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Sheila Voas retweeted
26 Jul 2025
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7 Aug 2025
If you l always wanted to be a vet please read this.
Have you considered a career in veterinary medicine? We have a limited number of additional places available for Scottish resident and postgraduate applicants on the BVSci programme to start in September 2025.
To register your interestgo to buff.ly/SMbIBpo
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Sheila Voas retweeted
1 Aug 2025
The next #BattleBluetongue webinar - powered by @theAHDB will provide an online panel discussion with experts, focussing on insights from the Netherlands and vaccination, farmer experiences plus live Q&A session.
ℹ️06/08/2025 5-6pm
🔗 Sign up: bit.ly/458oHRn
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Sheila Voas retweeted
28 Jul 2025
#BattleBluetongue fact check
Find out more about #BattleBluetongue & #DoNotWaitVaccinatete campaigns plus recent technical update on the latest webinar powered by @TheAHDB: ruminanthw.org.uk/bluetongue…
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Sheila Voas retweeted
25 Jul 2025
#BattleBluetongue fact check
Find all #BTV3 resources from @RuminantHW @TheAHDB
ruminanthw.org.uk/bluetongue…
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Sheila Voas retweeted
12 Jun 2025
@CVOScotland on Scotland being officially free of bovine TB: "This doesn't mean we never have incidents, but they are very low and stable. This means as a result we take it very seriously when we do get it here
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Sheila Voas retweeted
7 Apr 2025
Do you have an in-depth understanding of the UK's #PoultryIndustry?
Are you seeking an exciting role where you can play a part in #Agriculture and animal welfare?
We're hiring Poultry Officers in a range of locations across Scotland!
Apply now: ow.ly/8YaY50Vus6f
ALT We're hiring! Poultry Officer
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3 Feb 2025
To confirm we are not (and never were) considering banning cats!
3 Feb 2025
Scotland will not ban cats, First Minister John Swinney confirms
bbc.in/3WF3drN
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29 Jan 2025
Closing #HIVSS24 is @PJPollockVet talking about equine accidents and disaster management. Some harrowing photos but amazing what can be achieved with prep, training and cooperation.
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