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BVA Congress to discuss CMA investigation
Martin Coleman, chair of the CMA inquiry group, will provide an update on the investigation.
The investigation chair will engage with delegates.

The British Veterinary Association (BVA) Congress is set to explore the impact of the Competition and Markets Authority’s (CMA’s) investigation into the veterinary profession.

Martin Coleman, chair of the inquiry group, will be attending the congress to provide delegates with an update on the investigation as well as engaging with those in the veterinary profession.

Mr Coleman’s update will be followed by a Q&A session and debate, with a panel including veterinary surgeon Danny Chambers MP. The session will aim to discover what proactive changes can be made within the profession before the end of the CMA’s investigation.

Alongside the CMA’s update and Q&A, additional sessions at the congress will seek to explore other ways in which the profession can adapt. This will include presentations and panel discussions on issues such as contextualised care, workplace culture and risk-based preventative care.

The two-day congress will also see BVA provide more details on its new workplace accreditation scheme, ‘Great Workplaces by BVA’.

‘Great Workplaces: is culture the key to a thriving profession?’ will feature discussion from BVA accreditors, as well as some teams they have assessed, explaining how the scheme can contribute to a practice’s workforce.

Among the other sessions hosted at the congress will be a focus on alternative pet diets, the ethics of gene-editing and a debate on the needs of pets and their owners.

BVA Congress will be taking place as part of London Vet Show from 14-15 November. It accompanies a variety of other streams from BVA and the Royal Veterinary College, including the farm stream, equine stream and BVA Career Development stream.

Elizabeth Mullineaux, BVA junior vice-president, said: “After a year that has left many of us feeling concerned about how our profession is being portrayed, this is the perfect opportunity to consider how we want to shape the future of our profession.

“This is an outstanding programme and I encourage all veterinary colleagues to make room in their London Vet Show schedule to join these thought-provoking discussions.

“BVA Congress sessions are open to all London Vet Show attendees, not just BVA members, and count towards your CPD.”

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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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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.