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Chatter box The RCVS has announced a new version of its 1CPD mobile app, with enhanced features for veterinary surgeons and veterinary nurses to record their continuing professional development.

The mobile app includes a new 'what would you like to do?' shortcut for frequent tasks, a notification badge, and the ability to scan a QR code from the home screen to easily record an activity.

Users will be prompted to update the app from the App Store or Google Play the next time they log in. For more information, visit RCVS.org.uk Chatter box

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Avian flu viruses can withstand fever, study reveals
Avian flu viruses can withstand fever, study reveals

PB1 gene helps infection to persist under high temperatures.
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RUMA Agriculture shares new AMR targets for livestock sectors
RUMA Agriculture shares new AMR targets for livestock sectors

The Targets Task Force has set commitments for 2025-2029.
Veterinary antibiotic sales at record low, report shows
Veterinary antibiotic sales at record low, report shows

Figures show a 57 per cent decline over the past decade.
RUMA CA&E sets National AMU Reduction Targets
RUMA CA&E sets National AMU Reduction Targets

These are the first ever antimicrobial usage targets for companion animals.
Vet associations share new position on spot-on treatments
Vet associations share new position on spot-on treatments

Policy addresses evidence of wastewater contamination.
RUMA launches 2025 Animal Medicines Amnesty
RUMA launches 2025 Animal Medicines Amnesty

Last year's campaign secured the return of 2,148 antibiotic tablets.
BVA welcomes mandatory B. canis testing
BVA welcomes mandatory B. canis testing

All commercial dog imports in Romania must be tested.
RVC collaboration could develop new heart disease treatments
RVC collaboration could develop new heart disease treatments

Research into organ platforms could reduce usage of animal testing.
New resource tackles 'carbon pawprints'
New resource tackles 'carbon pawprints'

The guide supports clients to reduce their pets' environmental impact.
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Nominations open for RCVS and VN Council elections

The nomination period for the 2026 RCVS Council and VN Council elections is now open, with three veterinary surgeon seats and two veterinary nurse seats available.

Prospective candidates can download an information pack and nomination form from the RCVS website. Individuals can nominate themselves for the elections, with the results to be announced in the spring.

Clare Paget, the recently appointed RCVS Registrar and elections returning officer, said: "If you want to play your part in influencing and moulding how the professions are regulated, and making key decisions on matters of great importance to your peers, the public and animal health and welfare, please consider standing for RCVS Council or VN Council next year."

Nominations close at 5pm on Saturday, 31 January 2026.
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