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RCVS expands support for refugee vets
"We want to thank each membership organisation who has offered free membership" - Mandisa Greene, RCVS senior vice-president.
The RCVS has collaborated with the BSAVA, BVA, BEVA, BCVA and VMG.

The RCVS has expanded its support package for veterinary professions who have refugee status, now including access to training resources such as CPD opportunities, and free membership to several veterinary associations.

In partnership with The Refugee Council, in 2020 the RCVS created a scheme to provide financial support for UK-based vets with refugee status, to enable them to take the RCVS Statutory Examination for Membership for free. 

Recognising that more could be done to support veterinary professionals with refugee status, the RCVS has collaborated with the British Small Animal Veterinary Association (BSAVA), the British Veterinary Association (BVA), British Equine Veterinary Association (BEVA), British Cattle Veterinary Association (BCVA) and Veterinary Medicines VMG to provide free membership to veterinary professionals with refugee status. 

RCVS senior vice-president Mandisa Greene commented: “We’re really pleased to be able to provide this package of support for veterinary surgeons with refugee status. 

“Although we put in place financial support for the Statutory Examination for Membership last year, we felt there was much more that we wanted to and could offer. 

“It’s particularly heart-warming to have put this package of support together in partnership with the wider veterinary community, and we want to thank each membership organisation who has offered free membership.

“We know that making connections with other veterinary professionals can be crucial for establishing a support network and finding a job, so having the opportunity to join a range of membership organisations for free is a really important part of this package. 

“We hope that the ‘welcome pack’ we’ve put together will help veterinarians who have resettled in the UK to pass their exams, find a job they enjoy and allow them to continue to contribute to animal health and welfare in their new home.”

The association memberships provide a variety of benefits, including training resources, mentoring and access to current research and sector news, which will help veterinary professionals learn about the profession in the UK, and prepare for exams. 


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Webinar to explore history of KC breed registers

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 A free webinar exploring the development of the Kennel Club's registration system and the evolution of closed breed registers has been announced.

Hosted by Dr Alison Skipper, veterinary and research advisor at the Kennel Club, the webinar will delve into the development of the registry and how the changing landscape of scientific knowledge has shaped breeding practices. It will also look at what this means for the future of pedigree dogs.

The session will culminate with a look at The Kennel Club's ongoing and future engagement in this area, with a chance for attendees to put forward their thoughts and questions for discussion.

This event takes place on Microsoft Teams on Tuesday, 10 June at 7pm. To learn more, visit events.teams.microsoft.com  

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UK's BSE risk status downgraded

The WOAH has downgraded the UK's international risk status for BSE to 'negligible'.

Defra says that the UK's improved risk status recognises the reputation for having the highest standards for biosecurity. It adds that it demonstrates decades of rigorous animal control.

Outbreaks of Bovine Spongiform Encephalopathy, also known as mad cow disease, have previously resulted in bans on Britain's beef exports.

The UK's new status could lead to expanded trade and better confidence in British beef.

Christine Middlemiss, the UK's chief veterinary officer, said: "WOAH's recognition of the UK as negligible risk for BSE is a significant milestone and is a testament to the UK's strong biosecurity measures and the hard work and vigilance of farmers and livestock keepers across the country who have all played their part in managing the spread of this disease.