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Webinar to explain new under care guidance
Tickets for the live webinar are sold out, but individuals can register to receive a recording of the event.
Session will discuss new RCVS guidance and how it should be followed.

RCVS is holding a free interactive webinar on Thursday, 15 June to provide further information about the upcoming new guidance on under care and remote prescribing of prescription-only veterinary medicines.

The webinar is open to veterinary surgeons, veterinary nurses and veterinary students.

The aim of the session is to:
  • Talk you through the new guidance, describe the safeguards it contains, and discuss how it be should be followed in a variety of different practice settings.
  • Explain how the new guidance will be implemented and enforced across the profession, and discuss the exemptions that it also contains.
  • Provide an opportunity to answer any questions you may have.
The hour-long webinar will be chaired by RCVS president Dr Melissa Donald, who will be joined by panellists Linda Belton, chair of RCVS standards committee, Eleanor Ferguson, RCVS registrar and director of legal services, and Gemma Kingswell, RCVS head of standards. 

Ms Belton said: “The webinar is an opportunity to put the guidance changes into a practice context and in relation to the different species. We will be discussing what we need to provide for animals taken under our care, the situations where a physical examination is required and all the considerations we need to take into account at the time of prescribing.

“Crucially, members of the veterinary team will also have the opportunity to ask us questions so we can help allay any concerns or misconceptions they may have about the guidance and its implications.”

Questions can be submitted during the live session or beforehand when registering for the webinar. Any unanswered questions will be followed up in writing after the event.

Tickets for the live webinar are now sold out, but those who are interested can register to receive a recording of the event. Individuals can also register to be added to a waiting list for future events.

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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.