April 2023

The Government has dismissed fears the bill could be scrapped or watered down, despite a former secretary of state joining veterinary and charity leaders in expressing doubts about its future. 

13 mins

The extended link-up is set to herald the development of a new veterinary medicine degree, the first to be offered in Singapore.

5 mins

A new video has been released in support of continent-wide efforts to promote equality, diversity and inclusion in the veterinary sector.

5 mins

Former BVA and BCVA leader hailed as one of the “true greats” of the veterinary profession as news of his death is confirmed.

6 mins

March 2023

The first group of vets to take part in a programme that aims to support GP career development have started their training, with more expected to follow soon.

5 mins

The college’s designated new president and treasurer have been named, but the election for another senior role is on hold.

6 mins

The TV personality, well known for his association with the Battersea Dogs and Cats Home, died “unexpectedly” yesterday, aged 67.

7 mins

Deadline extended to 30 September for fund launched following a Food Standards Agency investigation into an outbreak that killed more than 350 cats.

7 mins

Progressive Veterinary Association says it remains uneasy both about the basis of the new guidance, which is due to be implemented from 1 September, and its potential effects.

11 mins

An RCVS disciplinary committee was “not satisfied” the cases fell sufficiently below required standards to justify the designation.

8 mins

The RVC is working with UK and US-based academics and industry figures on a new study funded by The Alborada Trust.

6 mins

“The Moores Orthopaedic Clinic fills a gap in the market to provide high-class specialist orthopaedic care at a reasonable price” – Andy Moores.

5 mins

Warning sounded after research led by Imperial College London academics reveals parasiticide chemicals in urban waterways at levels that can be toxic to aquatic species.

15 mins

Claire McCabe named vet of the year, Pet Blood Bank’s Helen Rooney wins vet nurse of the year and Milfeddygon Williams Vets in Gwynedd is vet practice of the year at annual awards.

7 mins

SPVS salary survey reveals veterinary surgeons working in the capital enjoyed 47% pay rises last year – compared with 9% for the rest of the country – and that men still earn 22% more than women.  

6 mins

Small animal specialist and clinical cardiologist Jon Wray, an RCVS fellow, has joined Linnaeus-owned Southfields Veterinary Specialists.

4 mins

Vets invited to sign up for one of two training events that will be taking place in the coming weeks.

5 mins

New graduates will be able to benefit from the support of an experienced equine vet for five years after graduation, instead of three, under new BEVA plans.

5 mins

Charity says new recruits are urgently needed after calls for financial assistance soared last year.

4 mins

New three-point plan is published by the UK Brachycephalic Working Group (BWG), whose members include representatives of both the BVA and the BSAVA.

12 mins