It has been publicly announced by APHA (Animal & Plant Health Agency) that UK residents can no longer use their pet’s EU Passport for entry into any EU country.

This came into effect on 22nd April 2026.

You can still use your EU Passport to travel back into the UK if you are currently in Spain or France but this will be the final time.

In future you will have to obtain an Animal Health Certificate (AHC) from your Vet for each trip.

The AHC is only valid for 6 calendar months for 1 return journey. This has just been extended from 4 months. You must still make sure you don’t overstay your 90 days unless you have obtained a Visa for work. You still need to provide us with your 3 supporting documents, consent, your passport and your travel itinerary.

Don’t discard your EU Pet Passport, the rabies is still valid and can be transferred to the AHC: We need to see this in order to complete the forms.

In our experience, most UK Vets are unable to interpret the meaning of travel if using a licensed transporter and many Vets still don’t provide the service at all. We have encountered many problems and have been left to resolve all these issues hours away from the port and spending hours on the phone whilst pets are with the Vet. We have never left a pet behind and climbed mountains to ensure this has never happened.

We want to help you. We realise this is going to be very daunting for many and we can’t afford to have any clerical mistakes on the day of collection.

ProPaws is now able to offer you and your pets a fully inclusive service, taking all the stress and hassle away, ensuring you continue to enjoy your holidays in Spain and France.

We have collaborated with Dr. Christoph Reichman MRCVS, an expert in the veterinary field and AHC’s, and his practice in Ashford, Kent.

Our service includes :

• The completion of the preliminary forms by Tracey.
• Geoff will collect your pet/s on the usual departure day.
• All pets will have an appointment with Dr Chris at his practice in Kent.
• Dr Chris will examine your pets and issue the AHC.
• Geoff then makes his way to Dover with everything in order and according to the law.

Our fee for the AHC service 

• £190 for 1 pet
• £240 for 2 pets
• £290 for 3 pets

You can of course do this yourselves. We know many of you are IT savvy and have wonderful relationships with your vets. With the demand for AHC’s being at the highest we need to make sure nothing is rushed or left to the last minute and everything is correct. We cannot afford any mistakes or putting the other pets at risk of seizure at the port.

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A 31-year-old driver ploughed a Citroën C3 into crowds on Via Emilia in central Modena on Saturday, May 16, striking at least ten people before smashing into a shop front. Police have confirmed seven individuals suffered injuries, with four in serious condition and one woman losing both legs in the violent episode. People pursued the suspect on foot after he abandoned his car and attempted to stab a passer-by who tried to stop him.

High-speed impact shocks local residents

People in the area saw the car accelerate rapidly towards the pavement in a pedestrian zone. Witnesses recalled the vehicle reaching speeds estimated at 80 kilometres per hour, sending victims flying and sparking immediate panic. The driver, originally from Seriate near Bergamo and with Tunisian roots, continued his path until the collision with the shopfront. He then fled the scene on foot through the historic centre, raising fear levels among bystanders.

Citizens help with quick arrests

Several locals joined forces to chase and restrain the man until police arrived. Modena mayor Massimo Mezzetti publicly thanked those who intervened, thanking them for their bravery during the chaotic moments. Officers from the Carabinieri, state police, and Guardia di Finanza responded rapidly, cordoning off the street with red and white tape while emergency teams treated the wounded on site. Paramedics transported victims to regional hospitals, including Maggiore in Bologna.

Background of suspect under scrutiny

Investigators question the detained man, who sustained injuries in the crash himself, at a local station. Records show he holds Italian citizenship, possesses no prior criminal history, and drove the small hatchback. Police continue to examine all possible explanations for the event, ranging from a traffic accident to deliberate action, without confirming any precise motive so far.

Community reacts to tragic events

Mezzetti described the episode as deeply disturbing and called for full clarity on what occurred. Emergency services maintained a strong presence in the area for hours afterwards to manage the scene and gather evidence. This incident has left residents in the northern Italian city shaken, with questions lingering about safety in popular urban zones.

Medical updates indicate varying degrees of harm among those struck, including a cyclist caught in the initial impact. Local media outlets report ongoing efforts to reconstruct the sequence using CCTV and statements from those present.

Wider questions arise from Modena events

Italian authorities focus on piecing together timelines from multiple sources to understand the full picture. The episode draws attention to risks in crowded city streets and the role of rapid public response in such crises. As details develop, Modena officials stress support for affected families while ensuring thorough probes proceed.

Cartagena held a major celebration on Saturday, May 16, in Los Juncos Park, with their Family Day workshop. The activity was a chance for children, young people, parents, and grandparents to get together and enjoy a variety of leisure activities, fostering both participation, healthy activity, and coexistence among neighbours.

A celebration that brought young people, parents, and grandparents together in Los Juncos Park

During the Family Day celebration, attendees enjoyed a mobile disco, a family photobooth, a car circuit, games, and workshops, including for makeup, canvas-painting, and badge-making. The initiative was also aimed at helping families through various programmes and resources. The Cartagena City Council had set up an information tent to make resources available for children, adolescents, and families. 

One of the main focuses of the day was to continue promoting the need for policies to help families and facilitate a work-life balance, with measures that improve well-being in the municipality and help families financially.

Aid to families: How Cartagena helps struggling parents with financial aid and free programmes

Additionally, it was noted that Cartagena has more than 1,000 available free slots in municipal nursery schools, helping families save more than €500,000 a year and making it easier for parents to balance their work and family life.

The Cartagena City Council, during the event, also informed attendees of the direct maternity aid promoted by the city’s officials, as well as the family respite programmes, and the home help and care programmes for those dependent on it.

Social groups participate in the event

During the event, a variety of social entities and groups that work in favour of child protection, inclusion, and family support participated. It was a day that fostered inclusion and connecting as a community, as well as promoting work-life balance, equal opportunities for all, and support for struggling households in the municipality.