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BVA seeks nominations for regional representatives
The BVA is looking for motivated individuals with an engaged interest in current issues affecting the profession.

Positions available across the United Kingdom

The BVA has announced that it is seeking nominations for five new regional representatives. The representatives will speak for vets from those regions and represent their views to BVA Council.

Positions are available in Scotland, North-West England, East of England, South-East of England and South West of England. All sectors of the veterinary profession are encouraged to apply.

Candidates must be based in that geographical region, have time to gather members’ opinions and attend four Council meetings each year. Three of the meetings are at BVA's Mansfield Street office in London and one at BVA Members’ Day, which changes location each year.

BVA senior vice president, Gudrun Ravetz, said: “BVA regional representatives provide an essential link between our members across the UK and BVA’s policy and decision making at Council level. We need and welcome input from all corners of the country on how we run BVA and this wouldn’t be possible without the strong voices of the reps in the different regions.”

BVA West Midlands regional representative, Ally Anderson, added: “I am currently in the middle of my second term on BVA Council and I would encourage anyone who is considering taking part to put themselves forward for election.

"It is a fantastic chance to represent the views of your region and to help BVA members to get their voices heard. During my time as a regional representative, I have met a range of people from across the profession and had the opportunity to develop new skills.”

The term of the role is three years and the BVA is seeking motivated individuals with an engaged interest in the current issues affecting the profession.
For more information and details on how to apply, visit www.bva.co.uk/council/

 

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Webinar to explore AMR in vet dentistry

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 The WSAVA has invited veterinary professionals to a webinar on responsible antibiotic usage in dentistry.

On 19 November 2025, at 1am, Dr J Scott Weese and Dr Brooke Niemiec will share the latest advice for antimicrobial use. They will present research on oral bacterology, and explain how attendees can choose appropriate antibiotics.

The session will cover pre-, intra- and post-operative guidelines, with recommendations for various pathologies.

The webinar is designed to support veterinary professionals to make informed decisions and tackle antimicrobial resistance.

Attendees can register here

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Dechra launches checklist for veterinary sustainability

Global animal health specialist Dechra has announced the world's first Veterinary Green Theatre Checklist (VGTC) to help make surgery more sustainable.

Endorsed by leading veterinary organisations, including the BEVA, BVNA and RCVS Knowledge, the checklist is designed to reduce the environmental footprint of veterinary care, while supporting better animal health outcomes.

The checklist was launched at the World Congress of Veterinary Anaesthesia and Analgesia in Paris and will be followed by an internal training and awareness campaign. For more information, visit dechra.com