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Students to Work With Top Farriers
The Worshipful Company of Farriers has launched a new Equine Veterinary Studies Award. 

The award enables a nominated veterinary student from each of the country's seven veterinary schools to receive a placement with a highly qualified farrier for a week during a vacation period in their final year at college, giving them an insight into the routine work of the farrier.

The Farriers Company has received enthusiastic responses to this initiative from both the Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons and all of the veterinary schools.

"We look forward to a successful outcome," said Mrs Valerie Ellis of the Farriers Company, "and we would like to continue the scheme in the future. The Company is funding the students' accommodation, subsistence and travelling expenses and we hope that the word will spread within the veterinary profession about the value of this award".

RCVS President Professor Sandy Trees added: "I am delighted that the Farriers Company is making this generous award and would encourage students to grasp the opportunity. I am sure that such a link will help improve understanding of the interaction between veterinary surgeons and farriers, and the key roles both play in horse health and welfare."

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FIVP announces third series of Practice Matters

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 The Federation of Independent Veterinary Practices (FIVP) has announced a third season of its podcast, Practice Matters.

Hosted by Ian Wolstenholme, series three will focus on the Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) investigation, including a discussion about some of the expected impacts on independent veterinary colleagues.

Episode one launches on 13th January with guests Drs David Reader and Scott Summers, who will draw on their research into the CMA investigation and provide insights into themes such as transparency, pricing and consumer trust.

Ian Wolstenholme said: "In its third series, we will try and hone in on what the changes will mean in reality for independent practices with advice and guidance on implementation and delivery, drawing on the experience of our own team and other experts in the profession. Hope you can join us soon!" 

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Survey seeks ruminant sector views on antimicrobial stewardship

A new survey is seeking views of people working in the UK ruminant sector on how to tackle the challenge of demonstrating responsible antibiotic stewardship.

Forming part of a wider, collaborative initiative, the results will help identify the types of data available so that challenges with data collection can be better understood and addressed.

Anyone working in the UK farming sector, including vets and farmers,is encouraged to complete the survey, which is available at app.onlinesurveys.jisc.ac.uk