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Dr Gordon McGlone Leaves Lantra
Dr Gordon McGlone (Photo courtesy of Margaret McGlone).
New opportunities beckon says Dr Gordon McGlone as he leaves as Lantra's Chair.
 

"These are exciting times for the environmental and land-based industries. I sense a real feeling of energy and determination to succeed amongst the increasingly hi-tech and professional micro businesses Lantra represents through skills provision, and here at Lantra we're making sure we are reflecting that."

These are the words of Lantra's Chair Dr Gordon McGlone as he prepares to hand over the reigns of the Sector Skills Council after eight successful years at the helm. His reflective mood continues, "During my time as Chair, I've seen our sector develop enormously. Today we see more and more 21st Century competitive businesses, requiring high level skills, new knowledge and technologies. And Lantra is listening to its employers and championing them as essential to the UK economy in its talks with Governments.

"And what's even more encouraging is the sense of ambition out there – and that's essential if our sector is to become a career of choice and not one of last resort. So as Lantra begins the search for my successor as Chair, I hope he or she will share my thoughts for the future and will encourage people to value and take up the skills and development opportunities available to them to help their business succeed."

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Webinar to explore AMR in vet dentistry

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 The WSAVA has invited veterinary professionals to a webinar on responsible antibiotic usage in dentistry.

On 19 November 2025, at 1am, Dr J Scott Weese and Dr Brooke Niemiec will share the latest advice for antimicrobial use. They will present research on oral bacterology, and explain how attendees can choose appropriate antibiotics.

The session will cover pre-, intra- and post-operative guidelines, with recommendations for various pathologies.

The webinar is designed to support veterinary professionals to make informed decisions and tackle antimicrobial resistance.

Attendees can register here

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Dechra launches checklist for veterinary sustainability

Global animal health specialist Dechra has announced the world's first Veterinary Green Theatre Checklist (VGTC) to help make surgery more sustainable.

Endorsed by leading veterinary organisations, including the BEVA, BVNA and RCVS Knowledge, the checklist is designed to reduce the environmental footprint of veterinary care, while supporting better animal health outcomes.

The checklist was launched at the World Congress of Veterinary Anaesthesia and Analgesia in Paris and will be followed by an internal training and awareness campaign. For more information, visit dechra.com