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Read the reviewer reports

With veterinary journals publishing enthusiastic reports regarding the new VN Diploma, many well-known veterinary nurses and industry leaders have been eager to add their support.

Having extensively reviewed the DipVN, glowing comments came thick and fast from influential nurses, lecturers and authors.

A number of evaluations has been created, which includes an equivalence report and the profile and testimonials of external reviewers.

One of the reviewers, Joy Venturi Rose MSc BA Ed (Hons) RVN Hon LMBVNA, has considerable experience of veterinary nursing and teaching. Amongst other achievements, she has been an equivalence officer and external examiner for the RCVS.

After reviewing the Diploma, Joy Venturi Rose stated:

"Helpful cross referencing of indicative content enables educators to easily highlight areas of commonality across the syllabus and aids clarification on what students need to know.

This new qualification should complement the existing provision for veterinary nurse training."

Joy's report concludes with a letter of recommendation to the VN Council chairman.

To read the full report, please click here.

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Annual submission deadline small pet animal exemptions

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 Companies marketing medicines for small pets exempt from authorisation must submit their annual return to the Veterinary Medicines Directorate (VMD) by 30 November 2026.

Submitting this annual return ensures continued compliance with regulatory requirements for products marketed without a full Marketing Authorisation. The exemption specifically applies to products intended for animals, cage birds, terrarium animals, small rodents, ferrets and rabbits.

For further details and submission guidelines, visit the gov.uk website.  

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BVA urges 'continued vigilance' over bluetongue

The British Veterinary Association (BVA) has urged vigilance following a concerning rise in Bluetongue (BTV) cases in sheep and cattle.

In a recent statement, the BVA noted that members are reporting more severe clinical signs and higher mortality rates than in previous years.

'We know that farm vets are working hard to support farmers and animals affected by this outbreak, during what is an extremely difficult time for all involved,' they stated. 'Continued vigilance to identify disease early is vital and vaccination remains the best way of protecting animals from this disease.'