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The next step in protecting the VN title
nurse
If the bill is approved, any non-registered person using the title would face fines or convictions.
Lord Trees submits bill to the House of Lords

A bill to protect the title 'veterinary nurse' has been submitted to the House of Lords. It could now be debated in the Lords and the House of Commons and, if approved, would become law.

Professor the Lord Trees submitted the 'Veterinary Nurses (Protection of Title) Bill' to the ballot yesterday (19 May). It will receive parliamentary time if it draws highly enough in the ballot, which will be drawn before the summer recess.

If approved in its current form, it would prohibit the use of the veterinary nurse title for anyone not listed on the RCVS Register of Veterinary Nurses.

Should any non-registered person then use the VN title or any name, title or description that implied they were on the register, they could face fines or conviction under the Veterinary Surgeons Act.

Commenting, Lord Trees said it is "very exciting, and a privilege" to submit the private members' bill. He added that if it is debated by the House of Lords and the House of Commons, he is "confident that the bill will receive total cross-party support."

"It would mark the final brick in the wall of creating a fully-fledged, recognised and protected veterinary nursing profession. This is what the veterinary nursing profession merits and the public deserve."


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Webinar to explore history of KC breed registers

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 A free webinar exploring the development of the Kennel Club's registration system and the evolution of closed breed registers has been announced.

Hosted by Dr Alison Skipper, veterinary and research advisor at the Kennel Club, the webinar will delve into the development of the registry and how the changing landscape of scientific knowledge has shaped breeding practices. It will also look at what this means for the future of pedigree dogs.

The session will culminate with a look at The Kennel Club's ongoing and future engagement in this area, with a chance for attendees to put forward their thoughts and questions for discussion.

This event takes place on Microsoft Teams on Tuesday, 10 June at 7pm. To learn more, visit events.teams.microsoft.com  

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UK's BSE risk status downgraded

The WOAH has downgraded the UK's international risk status for BSE to 'negligible'.

Defra says that the UK's improved risk status recognises the reputation for having the highest standards for biosecurity. It adds that it demonstrates decades of rigorous animal control.

Outbreaks of Bovine Spongiform Encephalopathy, also known as mad cow disease, have previously resulted in bans on Britain's beef exports.

The UK's new status could lead to expanded trade and better confidence in British beef.

Christine Middlemiss, the UK's chief veterinary officer, said: "WOAH's recognition of the UK as negligible risk for BSE is a significant milestone and is a testament to the UK's strong biosecurity measures and the hard work and vigilance of farmers and livestock keepers across the country who have all played their part in managing the spread of this disease.