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SPVS launches a survey on RCVS reform
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SPVS is asking its members to complete a questionnaire to ensure its response to the proposed changes accurately reflect the views of its members.
Members asked for their views to inform SPVS' response

The Society of Practising Veterinary Surgeons (SPVS) has launched an online questionnaire to find out more about its members' opinions on the proposed changes to RCVS governance.

RCVS Council is currently made up of 42 members who meet three times a year in March, June and November. Among other changes, the college is proposing to increase the number of yearly meetings and cut the number of council members by at least 25 per cent.

A Defra consultation is currently underway, giving members of the veterinary profession and the public the opportunity to share their views on these proposals.

SPVS is asking its members to complete a questionnaire to ensure its response to the proposed changes accurately reflect the views of its members.

The questions cover a number of different aspects of the proposals, such as the proportion of veterinary surgeons, nurses and veterinary school representatives on council, the size of council, terms of office and methods of appointing new members.

To complete the survey, visit: http://www.smartsurvey.co.uk/s/NIVPX/

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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.