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Nominations open for Petplan Veterinary Awards
'Oscars of the veterinary world' to take place in April 2014

Nominations are now open for the much anticipated Petplan Veterinary Awards 2014, also known as the "Oscars of the veterinary world".

Now in its fifteenth year, the awards ceremony recognises members of the veterinary profession who have gone above and beyond the call of duty in their daily role.

Last year, a record smashing 11,000 nominations were sent by clients and veterinary staff alike, a true testament to the fantastic work that goes on in veterinary practices across the UK.

Taking place at Birmingham Town Hall on April 3, 2014, the awards will recognise professionals across six categories: Vet of the Year, Vet Nurse of the Year, Vet Practice of the Year, Vet Support Staff of the Year, Practice Manager of the Year and Petplan Insurance Advisor of the Year.

Winner of last year's Vet of the Year award, Laura Pugh from Ashfield House Veterinary Hospital, said: "Winning the award meant the world to me. It felt great to know that my dedication to Ashfield House was appreciated, and that my clients were happy.

"There are so many talented vets out there so it was a huge honour for me to be named Vet of the Year!"

To nominate a friend or colleague, visit www.petplanvet.co.uk, where information is also available on marketing support to help your practice encourage clients to nominate members of your team. Nominations close on Friday, January 31, 2014.

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Animal Medicines Amnesty returns this November

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 Veterinary practices are being urged to help owners safely dispose of any unused and expired pet medicines - not just antibiotics - during November's Animal Medicines Amnesty.

Organised by the Responsible Use of Medicines Alliance Companion Animal and Equine (RUMA CA&E), the initative is supported by a range of cross-sector organisations.

Practices are encouraged to use the campaign to engage the whole practice team and raise awareness of the safe disposal of medicines with clients. Learn how your practice can get involved at rumacae.org.uk 

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Bluetongue RZ extended across Scotland

The Scottish Government has announced an extension to a Bluetongue Restricted Zone that is in place in south-west Scotland.

From 3 October, the Restricted Zone will be extended to cover the whole of Scotland. The Animal, Plant and Health Agency (APHA) says this is in response to further disease spread, as well as simplify trading conditions ahead of the autumn.

Since the whole country will share a disease status, it will no longer be necessary to have a movement license to move susceptible livestock around the country. Restrictions on germinal products remain.

As of 1 October 2026, there were 1,979 cases of BTV-3 in England, 389 cases in Wales and 40 cases in Scotland.