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Bustling congress winds down
BVNA's 40th annual event draws to a close

An event which has been both inspirational and educational, this year's BVNA Congress - now in its 40th year - has championed the role of the veterinary nurse, as well as providing top quality CPD.

Delegates at this year's bustling event have enjoyed a fantastic and varied scientific programme, covering everything from management to research and critical care.

On top of this, the congress has provided the opportunity to catch up with the latest veterinary products on the market, and network with other veterinary nurses and members of the profession in a relaxed but vibrant setting.

A keynote speech by James Yeates, the chief veterinary officer at the RSPCA, underlined the role that nurses have to play in the development of the veterinary profession as a whole.

In particular, he championed the empathy and communication that veterinary nurses can build with clients, making them a valuable asset when it comes to euthanasia discussions and cases of domestic abuse, for example.

Furthermore, this year's congress saw a number of veterinary nurses honoured for their extraordinary contribution to the profession and excellent client care, with Sarah Reed crowned this year's Veterinary Nurse of the Year.

Lectures throughout the three-day event have covered key topical issues, including recognising and dealing with pet obesity, emerging equine diseases, mental health and addictions in the veterinary profession and a talk on the future of the Practice Standards Scheme, given by RCVS vice-president Jacqui Molyneux.

Yet another hugely successful congress was concluded today with the BVNA's annual general meeting (AGM), which saw junior vice-president Kirstie Shield welcomed as incoming president.

Delegates are now starting to filter off to the final lectures of the day and exhibitors will soon begin the process of packing up and heading home. Having gained truly high quality CPD hours over the past three days, it is safe to say that this year's event will remain in the minds of delegates for many months to come.

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Equine Disease Surveillance report released for Q4 2025

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 The latest Equine Disease Surveillance report has been released, with details on equine disease from Q4 of 2025.

The report, produced by Equine Infectious Disease Surveillance, includes advice on rule changes for equine influenza vaccination.

Statistics and maps detail recent outbreaks of equine herpes virus, equine influenza, equine strangles and equine grass sickness. A series of laboratory reports provides data on virology, bacteriology, parasitology and toxicosis.

This issue also features a case study of orthoflavivus-associated neurological disease in a horse in the UK. 

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RCVS members invited to question Council candidates

RCVS members have been invited to submit questions to candidates for this year's RCVS Council election.

With 15 candidates standing for three available positions, vets have been invited to submit a question of their choosing before voting starts. These questions will be collated, with each candidate answering one question of their choice.

It is recommended that members read the candidates' biographies and statements before submitting questions. One question per member can be submitted to vetvote26@rcvs.org.uk before Wednesday, 25 February 2026.

The RCVS Council election is due to start in March.

With only two candidates for two positions on the VN Council, there will be no VN Council elections this year. Meghan Conroy RVN and Lauren Hargrave RVN will begin their three year terms at RCVS' AGM in July.