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RCVS opens nominations for 2023 awards
"Our awards now cover the depth and breadth of veterinary excellence and achievement" - Dr Melissa Donald.
Awards celebrate veterinary achievements.

Nominations have officially opened for the Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons (RCVS) 2023 Honours and Awards, to recognise individuals who have gone above and beyond for animal health and welfare.

Open until 5pm, Friday 27 January 2023, all valid nominations will be considered, and a shortlist will be curated for approval at the RCVS Council's March meeting.

This year's awards are as follows:

The Queens Medal – awarded to a veterinary surgeon with a highly distinguished career who has attained outstanding achievements.

The Veterinary Nursing Golden Jubilee Award – awarded to a veterinary nurse with a sustained and distinguished career. The winning nominee should demonstrate a leadership role within the profession and can act as an ambassador for the profession.

The RCVS International Award – awarded to veterinary surgeons, veterinary nurses of laypeople who have made an outstanding contribution on issues in line with the RCVS' mission.

The RCVS Impact Award – awarded to veterinary surgeons or veterinary nurses who have recently undertaken, or are currently working on, a project or initiative that has a significant impact.

The RCVS Inspiration Award – awarded to a veterinary surgeon or veterinary nurse at any stage of their career who has demonstrated the ability to inspire others.

Honorary Associateship – awarded to laypeople who have made a special contribution to the veterinary world.

The RCVS Compassion Award – awarded to a veterinary surgeon or veterinary nurse at any stage of their career who has demonstrated compassion towards colleagues and the public.

The RCVS Student Community Award – awarded to a veterinary or veterinary nursing student who has made a real effort to support their fellow students and the wider veterinary/veterinary nursing school community.

RCVS president Dr Melissa Donald encouraged members of the professions to make nominations: “It is important that veterinary surgeons and veterinary nurses uplift each other, and recognise those everyday heroes who impact the animal health and welfare in their local community day in, day out. 

“So, if you know anyone who fits the bill for one of our award categories, please make sure to take a bit of time to fill in the nomination form and put them forward.”

Anyone wishing to make a nomination should ensure that they have read the guidance on doing so, and further details, including full criteria for each award and how to make a nomination, can be found at rcvs.org.uk/awards. 

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Birmingham Dogs Home makes urgent appeal

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 Birmingham Dogs Home has issued an urgent winter appeal as it faces more challenges over the Christmas period.

The rescue centre has seen a dramatic increase in dogs coming into its care, and is currently caring for over 200 dogs. With rising costs and dropping temperatures, the charity is calling for urgent support.

It costs the charity £6,000 per day to continue its work.

Fi Harrison, head of fundraising and communications, said: "It's heart-breaking for our team to see the conditions some dogs arrive in. We really are their last chance and hope of survival."

More information about the appeal can be found here. 

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Avian flu confirmed at premises in Cornwall

A case of highly pathogenic avian influenza H5N1 has been detected in commercial poultry at a premises near Rosudgeon, Cornwall.

All poultry on the infected site will be humanely culled, and a 3km protection zone and 10km surveillance zone have been put in place. Poultry and other captive birds in the 3km protection zone must be housed.

The case is the second avian flu case confirmed in commercial poultry this month. The H5N5 strain was detected in a premises near Hornsea, East Riding of Yorkshire, in early November. Before then, the disease had not been confirmed in captive birds in England since February.

The UK chief veterinary officer has urged bird keepers to remain alert and practise robust biosecurity.

A map of the disease control zones can be found here.