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BVA launches employment hub
Among the advice pages is information on employment law, addressing grievances and equality in the workplace.
The hub provides resources, advice and support for workplace issues.

The British Veterinary Association (BVA) has launched a new employment hub, which aims to support its members with tailored advice for employers and employees.

The hub is in response to survey results which revealed that some veterinary surgeons were unsatisfied with their employment support.

The Voice of the Veterinary Profession Autumn 2023 survey, which polled 541 veterinary professionals across the UK, found that 27 per cent of respondents considered their HR support and staff management ‘not very good’. Ten per cent found it ‘terrible’.

The BVA also reported data from its legal hotline, which revealed that most calls covered contract disputes and grievance procedures.

The new online resources platform will provide BVA members with support and guidance, with a selection of expert guides, legal support and topical articles on common workplace queries. The advice is tailored for both employers and employees.

Among the advice pages is information on employment law, addressing grievances and equality in the workplace. There is also a link to relevant articles from the BVA’s journal, In Practice, exploring various elements of employment.

Members with employment-related issues may be directed to BVA’s free, 24/7 legal support hotline, where specialist legal advisors provides mediation and representation services and discounts for specialised legal needs.

Elizabeth Mullineaux, BVA junior vice president, said: “Whether you’re an employee, an employer or a manager we all want to ensure that our workplaces have clear and effective structures and support in place to ensure that everyone is treated fairly and respectfully.

“This new hub pulls together the invaluable range of employment-related resources and advice BVA offers to members, on everything from pay and flexible working to employment contracts, giving employers and employees quick access to support with some of the most common queries in veterinary workplaces.”

The BVA Employment Hub can be found here.

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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.