RCVS Council elects Dr Christopher Sturgess as new Junior Vice-President 25 Mar 2020 Dr Christopher Sturgess believes he can make a positive contribution to the work that the RCVS is already undertaking in ensuring the veterinary team remains healthy and respected
BSAVA and BEVA welcome guidance on key worker status for vets 24 Mar 2020 The RCVS and BVA clarify that some veterinary surgeons will be able to claim key worker status if they are providing essential veterinary care
Affordable, veterinary exclusive SAMe product for pet owners 24 Mar 2020 Nutravet is pleased to announce the launch of its new liver product, nutramarin
RCVS and BVA issue joint guidance on “key worker” status for veterinary surgeons 23 Mar 2020 Statement will help the veterinary profession interpret the guidance released by Government
Temporary suspension of requirements for student VNs and training programmes 23 Mar 2020 Temporary arrangements and guidance have been approved by both the VN Education Committee and VN Council
The APHA receives £1.4 billion budget boost for world-leading Weybridge Laboratory 23 Mar 2020 The money will ensure the UK continues to be a world-leading science capability and safeguard the agency’s role in fighting current and emerging animal and plant diseases
Call for government to include veterinary practices in support plans for businesses affected by Covid-19 20 Mar 2020 Veterinary practices will be entering a period of financial difficulty and continuing to provide vital care and treatment to animals while contending with staff shortages and reduced turnover
Animalcare extends antibiotic range 20 Mar 2020 New additions are Doxycare, Metrocare and 1000mg Cephacare tablet
RCVS team moves to home working for foreseeable future 20 Mar 2020 All teams will continue to operate as close to normality as possible, with key support services for veterinary surgeons and nurses
Online vet launches 24/7 service 20 Mar 2020 Joii app can support pet owners from the comfort of their own home
Practice Standards Scheme suspends all assessments 20 Mar 2020 Based on the UK Government’s advice, all visits in the short-term have been postponed and rescheduled
FirstVet to provide pet owners across the UK with free remote veterinary appointments during the COVID-19 pandemic 20 Mar 2020 FirstVet aims to alleviate some of the stress and uncertainty for UK-based pet owners
RCVS Council agrees changes to Practice Standards Scheme following five-yearly review 20 Mar 2020 The focus is on improving standards across the Scheme
Animalcare sets out plans to support customers during COVID-19 pandemic 19 Mar 2020 The company will cease practice visits and will increase the level of remote support provided to practices
VetSkill approved as an End Point Assessment Organisation for Veterinary Nursing 19 Mar 2020 VetSkill is an awarding organisation offering a range of qualifications regulated by Ofqual and CCEA to a variety of centres across the UK
TVM UK offers virtual Lunch and Learn 19 Mar 2020 The innovative animal health company has made its In Practice Lunch and Learn sessions virtual to ensure that veterinary practices keep their CPD activities going
BVA renews calls for clampdown on illegal puppy smuggling 19 Mar 2020 Strong regulatory measures are needed to stop this problem coming into the country
RCVS sets out revised methodology and timeline for under-care review process 18 Mar 2020 Over the past few months, the Standards Committee and College staff have been working hard with the external research agency to revise the methodology
RCVS Council temporarily suspends EMS requirements for veterinary students in response to COVID-19 pandemic 18 Mar 2020 A degree of flexibility around completion of EMS will be temporarily granted
Worried vets lay out the long and low of dachshund health issues after Crufts win 18 Mar 2020 Breed’s extreme body shape makes all six varieties of dachshunds at risk of serious spinal and neurological issues
