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RCVS and VN Council candidates announced
Candidates announced for RCVS and VN Council election.

The elections will be held this spring.

Voting opens on Monday, 13 March for positions on the RCVS Council and the VN Council.

There are three positions available for the RCVS Council. Each position is held for four years.


The RCVS Council candidates are:

    •    Professor David Barrett FRCVS
    •    Linda Belton MRCVS
    •    Dr Martin Chamberlain MRCVS
    •    Daniel Doherty MRCVS
    •    James Gartside MRCVS
    •    Steven Howard MRCVS
    •    Tim Hutchinson MRCVS
    •    Dr Alice McLeish MRCVS
    •    Professor Chris Proudman FRCVS
    •    Dr Peter Robinson MRCVS


There are two positions available on the VN Council. Each position is held for three years.


The VN Council candidates are:

    •    Sarah Jane Batt-Williams RVN
    •    Heather Jane Mathieson Kirkness RVN
    •    Katherine Ann Mortimer RVN
    •    Matthew Edwin Rendle RVN
    •    Simon Peter Williams RVN


Candidates’ biographies and election statements are available to read on the RCVS website.

The election results will be published in early May and successful candidates for both councils will commence their terms at the college’s Annual General Meeting on Friday, 7 July 2023.

In preparation for the vote, members are being invited to send questions to candidates by Friday, 24 February. To submit questions, veterinary surgeons should email vetvote23@rcvs.org.uk and veterinary nurses should email vnvote23@rcvs.org.uk

Questions must be received by Friday, 24 February and the RCVS will only accept one question per person. Any questions that are deemed offensive, defamatory and inaccurate will not be sent to candidates.

Each candidate will then produce written replies to two questions of their choice, which will be available to read on their candidate profile webpage ahead of the election.

Voting will take place online between Monday 13 March and 5pm on Friday 21 April. All eligible members will either receive an email or letter with voting instructions.

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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.