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Search begins for BVA’s Young Vet of the Year
Entries are open until 2 September.
The award recognises outstanding vets in the early stages of their careers.

The British Veterinary Association (BVA) has opened nominations for its annual Young Vet of the Year competition.

Entries are open until 9am on Monday, 2 September for veterinary professionals and animal owners to nominate a veterinary surgeon in the early stages of their career, who has made an impact on the profession.

The association will also accept self-nominations, from veterinary surgeons who wish to demonstrate their achievements in the early stages of the careers.

The award is designed to recognise RCVS-registered veterinary professionals who are in the first eight years of their career, but have already shown remarkable dedication to the field. The BVA wants to hear about their veterinary achievements, big or small, and how these have positively contributed to the profession.

This may include providing excellent veterinary care to a patient, supporting their community or wider profession, or showing their commitment to a cause.

The winner will receive a prize package which includes £1,000, a year of free BVA membership and a mentorship/engagement opportunity with Zoetis. The results will be announced as part of the BVA Awards Ceremony, which will be held at London Vet Show on Thursday, 14 November.

The award is also well-respected, and is one of the only awards of its kind with cross-community reach.

Nominations are accepted from the candidate themselves, members of the public, and veterinary professionals from any veterinary sphere – including clinical practice, research, education and veterinary politics.

BVA president Anna Judson, said: “Our profession’s young vets may only be at the start of their careers, but so many have already made positive contributions to the profession as well as their communities.

“It has been a difficult time for vet teams, with workforce shortages and the Competition and Markets Authority investigation, but despite the intense pressures, young vets continue to work incredibly hard to give animals and their owners or keepers exceptional care and compassion.

“This award is a fantastic opportunity to spotlight that dedication and success.”

Entries can be submitted 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.