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RCVS Council Elections Underway
All votes must be received by 5pm on 30th April 2010.
The RCVS Council elections are now underway, with the manifestos of this year's candidates and ballot papers posted to all RCVS members.

There are ten candidates standing for election to the six seats available, half of whom are new faces and half either incumbent or former Council members. Those successful will take up their positions at RCVS Day on 2 July to serve four-year terms.

The candidates are:
  • Roy Anderson
  • David Catlow
  • Philip Goddard
  • Thomas Lonsdale
  • Jacqui Molyneux
  • Adi Nell
  • Bob Partridge
  • Christine Shield
  • Neil Smith
  • Clare Tapsfield-Wright

Their contact details, biographies and manifesto statements are set out in RCVS News Extra (March 2010).

"What the RCVS does impacts directly on veterinary surgeons," says Registrar Jane Hern. "Who gets to be on Council - and influence matters such as the disciplinary system, 24-hour cover, and the Practice Standards Scheme - that is up to the profession."

SMS (text) voting will be offered for the first time this year, replacing telephone voting, which was not popular. Votes may also be cast online or by post.

As in previous years, the election will be run independently through Electoral Reform Services - an experienced provider of election services in the UK and worldwide. The RCVS will make a donation of 20p to the DEC Haiti Earthquake Appeal on behalf of every vet that votes. Individuals who do not wish a donation to be made on their behalf can 'opt out' via email - please see details in the voting pack.

All votes must be received by 5pm on 30 April 2010.

Please not, only two nominations were received for the RCVS Veterinary Nurses Council and there were two places up for contest, so there will be no VN Council election this year. 

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Vets launch new podcast for pet owners

News Story 1
 Two independent vets have launched a podcast to help owners strengthen their bond with pets. Dr Maggie Roberts and Dr Vanessa Howie, who have worked in both veterinary practice and major charities, are keen to use their experience to enable people to give pets a better life.

The venture, called Vets Talking Pets, provides advice and information on a range of topics, including how to select a suitable pet, where to obtain them and how to get the best out of your vet. Maggie and Vanessa will also discuss sensitive subjects, including end-of-life care, raw food diets and the cost of veterinary care.

The podcast can be found on all the usual podcast sites, including Podbean, Apple, Amazon Music and YouTube. 

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BSAVA announces 12th Edition of the Small Animal Formulary

The BSAVA has published an updated edition of its Small Animal Formulary, which includes new drug monographs and emergency drug doses for rabbits, rodents, birds and reptiles.

One of BSAVA's most trusted and widely used clinical resources, this 12th edition of the manual also includes seven new client information leaflets and information on drugs used for the management of urinary incontinence.

Part A of the Formulary, Canine and Feline, sees Fergus Allerton return as Editor-in-Chief, while Part B: Exotic Pets was edited by Joanna Hedley. For more information, visit the BSAVA website.