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BVA Live event adds clinical nursing CPD
"This is a really important addition to the event" - Justine Shotton, BVA president.
“It's more important than ever to give vet nurses a platform” - Rob Chapman.

A nursing theatre has been added to the line-up for the 2022 BVA Live event.

CloserStill Media, the organisers of the vet show, and the British Veterinary Association (BVA) have announced a collaboration with the British Veterinary Nursing Association (BVNA) to provide clinical nursing CPD at the conference.

Managing director of CloserStill Media's veterinary portfolio, Rob Chapman, commented on the collaboration: “It was important for us to get vet nurses involved from the first edition of BVA Live. 

“It took us a few years to get it right at the London Vet Show and we feel that post-pandemic, it’s more important than ever to give vet nurses a platform to gather and learn alongside other practice staff. 

They bring a unique and dynamic energy to live events and we know they will appreciate the opportunity to have their voices heard in the important conversations taking place in the debates.”

Speakers on the nursing theatre include Kathryn Latimer from North West Veterinary Specialists, Nicola Lakeman from Plymouth Veterinary Group, Gemma Crowley from Tiggywinkles Wildlife Hospital and Goncalo Babau from Hospital Veterinário do Atlântico.

Commenting on the addition of clinical nursing CPD, BVNA president Alex Taylor said: “BVNA are delighted to support the first BVA Live event and give members and our profession the opportunity to be a part of the bigger discussion, whilst enjoying benefits of an in-person event. 

“We look forward to working with BVA and CloserStill Media to ensure that future events have that Vet Nurses presence and content that is so important to take us all forward.”

Justine Shotton, BVA president, reiterated the importance of a veterinary nursing presence at the event: “This is a really important addition to the event and will provide plenty of opportunities for veterinary nurses to expand their knowledge, join in with discussions and debates and to enjoy networking with like-minded delegates.

“Veterinary nurses are absolutely integral to veterinary teams and we hope as many as possible will attend and add their voices to these insightful and informative sessions.”

Open to all members of the veterinary professions, BVA Live will take place from 23 – 24 June at the NEC, Birmingham. 

Discounted tickets are available for BVA members and nursing staff. Visit bvalive.vetshow.com/ to book.  

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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.