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Following the broadcast of a Panorama programme, 'It shouldn't happen at a vets', Medivet, the veterinary group focused on, has issued a statement clearly addressing each of the issues/incidents shown on the programme.
The European Parliament's Committee on Agriculture and Rural Development voted on the EU animal testing directive at its second reading on Monday and it signals a huge milestone for animal welfare.
The BSAVA has appointed a BSAVA Academic Director: Frances Barr, who will take on the task of launching the new BSAVA Postgraduate Qualification in association with the Open University.
RCVS Day - the Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons' AGM and Awards Day - saw the investiture of the new President, Peter Jinman, as well as other changes to the RCVS Officer team, RCVS Council and VN Council.
The British Veterinary Association (BVA) has expressed its disappointment at the decision not to include veterinary input into the group convened to look at responsibility and cost sharing in Scotland.
The British Veterinary Association (BVA) reiterated its support for the Welsh Assembly Government's proposed badger cull to tackle bovine Tuberculosis as part of a keynote speech highlighting the importance of science-based policies at the annual BVA Welsh dinner.
