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CQ Graduation and Awards Ceremony 2023 in pictures

Learners celebrated success at the ceremony in London.

The Central Qualifications Graduation and Awards Ceremony was held on Saturday, 3 June at Central Hall in Westminster. Best-selling author, farmer and television presenter Adam Henson delivered the keynote speech and presented graduating veterinary nurses with ceremonial scrolls, while their families and friends looked on. 

Jacqui Garret welcoming graduates to ceremony
CQ director Jacqui Garret welcoming everyone to the event.

 
Graduates attending the ceremony
Learners who have recently achieved the Diploma in Veterinary Nursing and Diploma for Veterinary Nurse Assistants attended from CQ training centres around the UK.



Adam Henson and Martin Barrow ith graduates
Graduates with Adam Henson and CQ chair of governors Martin Barrow.


Adam Henson presenting award
Winners of the Veterinary Nursing Educator Awards 2023 were announced at the ceremony. This year’s winners were Helen Clarke from Myerscough College and Nicola Newman from Plumpton College. Representatives of the winners received the awards on their behalf.


Adam Henson presenting an award
The awards recognise the hard work and commitment of all staff who support students studying for veterinary nursing qualifications, as well as acknowledging their talents, skills and dedication to veterinary nurse training.

 

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VMD invites students to apply for EMS placement

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 The Veterinary Medicines Directorate (VMD) is inviting applications from veterinary students to attend a one-week extramural studies (EMS) placement in July 2026.

Students in their clinical years of study have until 28 February to apply for the placement, which takes place at the VMD's offices in Addlestone, Surrey, from 6-10 July 2026.

Through a mixture of lectures and workshops, the placement will explore how veterinary medicines are authorised, non-clinical career opportunities, and other important aspects of the VMD's work.  

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RCVS members invited to question Council candidates

RCVS members have been invited to submit questions to candidates for this year's RCVS Council election.

With 15 candidates standing for three available positions, vets have been invited to submit a question of their choosing before voting starts. These questions will be collated, with each candidate answering one question of their choice.

It is recommended that members read the candidates' biographies and statements before submitting questions. One question per member can be submitted to vetvote26@rcvs.org.uk before Wednesday, 25 February 2026.

The RCVS Council election is due to start in March.

With only two candidates for two positions on the VN Council, there will be no VN Council elections this year. Meghan Conroy RVN and Lauren Hargrave RVN will begin their three year terms at RCVS' AGM in July.