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In pictures: CQ graduation 2016

New veterinary nurses celebrate at special graduation ceremony in London

New graduates collect their scrolls
Newly qualified veterinary nurses enjoyed a special celebration of their achievements at London's Central Hall.

 
A special ceremony was held in Westminster this month to mark the graduation of 39 new veterinary nurses from Central Qualifications (CQ). Accompanied by their families and friends, new graduates celebrated their achievements at Central Hall in London on 11 June.


Mark Evans
TV vet and animal welfare advocate, Mark Evans, gave an inspirational keynote speech, urging nurses to seize opportunities and never underestimate their value.


cq audience
The ceremony was attended by graduates and their friends and families, as they celebrated the beginning of their journeys in the profession.


BVNA past and current presidents
Current BVNA president Sam Morgan and past president Fiona Andrew attended the graduation (right and far right).


graduate will scroll and badge
Graduates collected a special scroll and badge to commemorate their achievements.


Martin Barrow, CQ chair of governors
Chair of CQ governors, Martin Barrow, said: "Today is about recognising the hard work and achievements of our graduates, and wishing them the very best in their veterinary nursing careers."


group photo
Keynote speaker Mark Evans told the new graduates: "This is your time to fly. What a great time to be taking off!"

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 Companies marketing medicines for small pets exempt from authorisation must submit their annual return to the Veterinary Medicines Directorate (VMD) by 30 November 2026.

Submitting this annual return ensures continued compliance with regulatory requirements for products marketed without a full Marketing Authorisation. The exemption specifically applies to products intended for animals, cage birds, terrarium animals, small rodents, ferrets and rabbits.

For further details and submission guidelines, visit the gov.uk website.  

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