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RCVS & VN Council Elections: The Results

The votes have been counted and verified and the results are now in!

All six successful RCVS Council candidates have served on Council before and there is one existing member returning for VN Council, whilst two new VN members have been elected.

The results of both elections are as follows:

RCVS Council - Elected Candidates

1)Sheila Crispin with 2,281 votes
2)Sandy Trees with 2,247 votes
3)Bob Moore with 1,890 votes
4)Mark Elliott with 1,821 votes
5)Lynne Hill with 1,711 votes
6)Beverley Cottrell with 1,604 votes

VN Council - Elected Candidates

1)Elizabeth Branscombe with 430 votes
2)Elizabeth Cox with 335 votes
3)Tanya Caley with 332 votes

Congratulations go to everyone who stood for council and we wish the successful candidates all the best.

With the total number of RCVS voters standing at 3,887 and VN voters at 723, the turnout for this year's elections were lower when compared to previous years.

RCVS Registrar Jane Hern said: "It's certainly disappointing that the turnout has dropped so much this year. It is unclear whether this is due to lack of time, lack of awareness or lack of interest."

If you didn't vote this year, why not let us know the reasons behind it. You can email us at editor@mrcvs.co.uk

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Webinar to explore AMR in vet dentistry

News Story 1
 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