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Celebrating the work of veterinary nurses
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Up and down the UK, veterinary practices and colleges are promoting and celebrating the role of veterinary nurses.
Veterinary Nursing Awareness Month 2016 begins
 
Up and down the UK, veterinary practices and colleges are promoting and celebrating the role of veterinary nurses as part of the annual Veterinary Nursing Awareness Month (VNAM).

Events being held over the course of the month range from sponsored sky dives and walks to pet health checks in the park and practice open days.

VNAM has grown substantially since 2005 when it started as National VN Day, progressing to National VN Week and finally the month-long campaign it is today. It provides practices with an opportunity to raise awareness of the excellent work done by their veterinary nurses and the vital role they play in practice.

The 2016 VNAM competition includes three categories: A) best display, B)best event and C) best pet selfie.

To get involved, you can register for a free VNAM pack which includes a poster and other promotional items to help practices and colleges to make a display: http://www.bvna.org.uk/about-us/veterinary-nursing-awareness-month-registration-form

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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.