BlueXPublicAffairs

Blue Cross Public Affairs team.

[BlueXPublicAffairs @BlueCrossPA]

A good day for pet owners in the private rented sector.

[GOV.UK @GOVUK]

🚨 5 key changes for tenants from 1st May 2026 🏠

The new Renters' Rights Act means:

1. Landlords can no longer evict tenants through no-fault evictions - they need a valid reason.

No more bidding wars - landlords can’t ask for more than the advertised rent price.

Landlords can only ask for a maximum of one month’s rent upfront.

Landlords can’t just say no to pets - they must consider requests reasonably.

No more fixed-term tenancy contracts. Rolling contracts will give more flexibility.

Find out more at https://t.co/kpTuP2az0j

[Defra UK @DefraGovUK]

Planning to take your pet to the EU? 🐾

The EU rules for travelling with pets from Great Britain have changed.

Find out further information and guidance here: https://t.co/O7ZM3C58xk

[BlueXPublicAffairs @BlueCrossPA]

We strongly agree with our friends at @HopeRescue

[Hope Rescue @HopeRescue]

With increasing pressure from the public and MPs, it’s time for England to follow Wales and Scotland and ban greyhound racing 🐾

https://t.co/rxzRDpi618

[Jane Dalton @JournoJane]

Exclusive: England lags behind rest of world by allowing greyhound racing, MPs told, as figures show thousands are put down for reasons such as high vets' bills: https://t.co/j1F9k0QTd3

[BlueXPublicAffairs @BlueCrossPA]

We’re in Dining Room C right now talking to MPs and staffers about dog safety while campaigning! Drop by before 4pm!

[UK Centre for Animal Law (A-Law) @ALAWAnimalLaw]

🐾 More for Scotland’s Animals

A Scottish hustings bringing together MSP candidates to set out their approach to animal welfare.

📍 Edinburgh City Chambers
🕕 14 April, 6pm
🎤 Chaired by Roo Irvine

Free (reg required):
https://t.co/V1ElhbdjUW

#animallaw #animalwelfare

[BlueXPublicAffairs @BlueCrossPA]

We are looking forward to the #MoreforScotlandsAnimals husting on Tuesday.

[Roo Irvine @RooIrvine]

Happy Friday folks! What an incredible honour to be chairing the #MoreforScotlandsAnimals hustings this Tuesday 14th April 6pm at Edinburgh City Chambers 🙏 If you're an animal lover or all round compassionate soul, come along- last few tickets still available (free!) This is your chance to ask our political parties what they will be doing for animal welfare over the next 5 years 💪Make your vote count- vote for a better future for Scotland's animals 🐱🐶🦊🐎🐑🐟❤️ Get your ticket here-
https://t.co/Z5uQoWTvzx

[APDAWG @APDAWG1]

WEBINAR: Tackling extreme conformation in dogs with the IHA tool: 1-hr session covering how IHA works for vet professionals, how it can be used for engagement with clients & what the future is for the tool. Plus Q&A. To register scan QR code below or email [email protected] #APDAWG

[Sarah-Jane Mee @skysarahjane]

The image that is so shocking people can’t believe it…it’s real confirm @rspca_official and it’s not shocking to the charity…scenes like this are on the rise….
@skynews #uknews

[BlueXPublicAffairs @BlueCrossPA]

Potentially good news for pet welfare - we look forward to seeing the consultation.

[Zoë Crowther @zoenora6]

EXC w/ @adampayne26

The government is carrying out a consultation on whether to implement tougher laws on the public sale of fireworks

MPs, including Sarah Owen and @Simon4NDorset, have welcomed the news, with Owen calling it a "huge step forward"
https://t.co/YREvQZjQ7E

[BlueXPublicAffairs @BlueCrossPA]

It was fantastic to work with @markruskell on his landmark bill.

[Mark Ruskell @markruskell]

Great privilege to work on this campaign while an MSP and looking forward to next steps to protect the dogs #unboundthegreyhound 🐾https://t.co/dtH0H2mbeI https://t.co/dtH0H2mbeI

[paulwatkinson @watkinsonphoto]

Please sign and share 🙏

[Blue Cross UK @The_Blue_Cross]

Another landmark moment for greyhound welfare! 🎉

The Scottish Parliament has voted to make greyhound racing illegal. 1/6

[Dogs Trust Public Affairs @DT_Pawlitical]

The Greyhound Racing (Offences) (Scotland) Bill has passed Stage 3 and will become law!🎉 

We are proud to mark this success alongside @The_Blue_Cross, Scottish SPCA @onekindtweet & #UnboundtheGreyhound. 

Thank you to @MarkRuskell and his valued team for progressing the Bill🐾

[BlueXPublicAffairs @BlueCrossPA]

Big win for Greyhounds in Scotland 🎉

The Greyhound Racing (Offences) (Scotland) Bill has now passed its final stage and is set to become law!

A massive well done to @markruskell and to all stakeholders involved in this long awaited and important win for greyhounds.🐾

[Mark Ruskell @markruskell]

Today's the day we can finally end greyhound racing in Scotland, for good.

Dogs like Kaas - and countless others - deserve so much better.

We're now at the final hurdle. It's time to get this over the line.

https://t.co/5a6SlLZjkc

#unboundthegreyhound

[Blue Cross UK @The_Blue_Cross]

Please share this thread and help your dog, and other animals.

More advice here 👉 https://t.co/bJ4dBBoRD2
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[Blue Cross UK @The_Blue_Cross]

Under the updated law, police now have powers to:

• Seize dogs involved in livestock worrying
• Enter premises with a warrant
• Obtain DNA and other evidence
• Recover costs from offenders
• Issue unlimited fines through the courts
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[Blue Cross UK @The_Blue_Cross]

These protections apply on farmland and on public paths or roads where livestock are present. 3/6