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ESCCAP UK & Ireland tick and tick borne disease advice consensus statement
ESCCAP UK & Ireland in cooperation with organisations and individuals from across the Veterinary industry have produced a consensus statement regarding tick and tick borne disease prevention. These clear simple guidelines for vets and members of the public are independently written by ESCCAP UK & Ireland with input from Veterinary professionals, parasitology specialists and industry to provide a first important step in giving consistent advice on this vital subject across the profession. » Click here
The consensus statement is currently supported by the following individuals and organisations and is an open and expanding list.
UPDATE:22/12/2016
NOAH have added their support which is a significant step in a cross industry approach to tick control
Dogs Trust
PDSA
NOAH (National Office of Animal Health)
Dr G Ravetz (BVA and Denplan)
Dr C Reay (Blue Cross)
Dr S Keyte (University of Bristol)
Dr A Threlfall (Davies Veterinary Specialists)
Dr S Tappin (Dick White Referrals)
Prof H Elsheikha (University of Nottingham)
Prof M Betson (University of Surrey)
Dr A Vawer (Downland Veterinary Group)
Dr A Radford (SAVSNet)
Dr J Tulloch (University of Liverpool)
Dr S Bignall
Dr K Murphy (Highcroft Veterinary Referrals)
Dr N Morris (Malthouse Vterinary Surgery)
Prof R Wall (University of Bristol)
Dr S Pearson (Lyme Disease Action)
Dr P Sands (Scarsdale Veterinary Group)
Dr Ian Hopkins (Willows Veterinary Group)

Nominations are open for the 2026 ESCCAP UK & Ireland Parasite Control Champion of the Year Award.
Click here for further details. Nominations close on 18th September 2026.
The award will be presented on Thursday 19th November 2026 at the London Vet Show.