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'We Bought a Zoo' author to inspire CQ graduates
Benjamin Mee
CQ graduates will have the opportunity to hear Benjamin's emotive story of courage, resilience and enterprise.
Benjamin Mee will speak at graduation ceremony

Renowned speaker Benjamin Mee, author of 'We Bought a Zoo', is set to inspire, entertain and motivate this year's Central Qualifications (CQ) graduates at a ceremony in Westminster.

CQ is a nationally accredited examination board for the veterinary and animal related industries that has been instrumental in advancing veterinary education and training.

This year's cohort of veterinary nursing graduates will have the opportunity to attend a ceremony at the historic Central Hall in Westminster on 20 June, 2015.

Guests will have the opportunity to hear Benjamin share his emotive story of courage, resilience and enterprise.

Benjamin has an unwavering passion for transforming lives through knowledge, collaboration and partnership and encouraging sustainability through shared practice in the context of conservation.

Graduates, their lecturers, family and friends will be welcomed for what promises to be a memorable and celebratory day of their achievements.

For further information please write to enquiries@cqual.org or visit www.cqual.org

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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 annual renewal fee for vets due

RCVS' annual renewal fee for veterinary surgeons is now due. Vets must pay their renewal fee before Wednesday, 1 April 2026.

This year's standard annual fee has increased to 431 from last year's 418. This is an approximately three per cent increase, as approved by RCVS Council and the Privy Council.

Tshidi Gardner, RCVS treasurer, said: "The small fee increase will be used to help deliver both our everyday activities and our new ambitious Strategic Plan, which includes aims such as achieving new legislation, reviewing the Codes of Professional Conduct and supporting guidance, and continuing to support the professions through activities such as the Mind Matters Initiative, RCVS Academy and career development."

A full breakdown of the new fees is on the RCVS website. Information about tax relief is available on the UK government website.