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RCVS candidate to bring 'common sense approach'
Lynne Hill
"The important thing is how the College response to the professions concerns."
Lynne Hill hopes to improve standards across all areas of College business

"I want to continue to bring my common sense approach to College business through my experience as a practitioner for many years both as an owner and manager, and from working in education," says RCVS candidate Lynne Hill. "I hope as a female to ensure that our perspective is at the table."

If re-elected to Council, Lynne, chair of the RVN Preliminary Investigation Committee, would like to see VN regulation 'bedded down' in the College with the new Charter.  She also hopes drive forward strategies for the future and improve standards across all areas of College business, including education.

"As chair of the primary qualifications subcommittee, we have produced new standards and guidelines for the universities to meet for education of the vet students of the future. I want to see these in the system to ensure we all get the new graduates we need."

Last year the RCVS came under fire from the profession for some of its decisions. Standing up for the Council, Lynne says that the College did 'extremely well' in response to the concerns.

"It addressed them, it held consultations and clarified advice for the profession. This is what a sensible regulator should do." she said.

"But will every vet agree with every decision made in the future? The answer is no. The important thing is how the College response to the professions concerns."

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RCVS announces 1CPD app update

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 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 

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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.