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BVNA 2016 bursaries open to applications
Veterinary nurses looking for help to fund their training or CPD can now apply for the BVNA’s range of bursary schemes.
Veterinary nurses can apply until 31 May

Veterinary nurses looking for help to fund their training or CPD can now apply for the BVNA’s range of bursary schemes.

Applications for the 2016 bursaries are open until the 31 May 2016 and include:

The BVNA Educational Bursary, which offers up to £500 for veterinary nurses or students in training or furthering their veterinary nursing education.

The Kennel Club Charitable Trust Bursary, which provides a fund of £3,000 to help defray the costs of veterinary nurse training. These costs may be course fees or other costs of an educational nature.

The Kennel Club Charitable Trust Degree Bursary, where an amount of £3,000 is available for one degree student. This will be distributed equally over a period of three years to help with the costs associated with training. Again, these costs may be course fees, or other costs of an educational nature.

To find out more about the bursaries and to apply, visit www.bvna.org.uk.

 

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Vets launch new podcast for pet owners

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 Two independent vets have launched a podcast to help owners strengthen their bond with pets. Dr Maggie Roberts and Dr Vanessa Howie, who have worked in both veterinary practice and major charities, are keen to use their experience to enable people to give pets a better life.

The venture, called Vets Talking Pets, provides advice and information on a range of topics, including how to select a suitable pet, where to obtain them and how to get the best out of your vet. Maggie and Vanessa will also discuss sensitive subjects, including end-of-life care, raw food diets and the cost of veterinary care.

The podcast can be found on all the usual podcast sites, including Podbean, Apple, Amazon Music and YouTube. 

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RCVS Regional Question Time heads to Edinburgh

The RCVS is to bring its Regional Question Time (RQT) to Edinburgh for 2026.

The event will take place at Novotel Edinburgh Park in Edinburgh on Wednesday, 20 May 2026.

It will begin with supper and drinks at 6.30pm, with an evening programme from 7.30pm. This will start with an update on RCVS' activities, followed by questions and answers with representatives.

RCVS is encouraging an 'open dialogue', in which queries can be raised in a friendly, informal environment.

While discussions are expected to be audience-led, the RQT is expected address major issues including the VSA, the CMA's remedy package and the VN Vision project.

Tim Parkin, RCVS president, said: "It's an important time for the professions, and I'm looking forward to meeting colleagues in Scotland as we navigate this period of change together so we can come out stronger."

Tickets can be booked here.