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2011 CVPM Exams – Three Honoured
Certificate in Veterinary Practice Management awarded to three entrants.

This year's examinations for the prestigious Certificate in Veterinary Practice Management were held on 2nd December and three entrants have met the necessary standard to merit the awarding of the CVPM.

Six candidates elected to sit the examination either in whole or in part, and this was the last opportunity to take the traditional CVPM written exam. This year's CVPMs are Lucy Bartlett of Scott Dunn's Equine Clinic, Lisa Marter of the Arundel Equine Hospital, and Louise O'Hara of the Windmill Veterinary Centre.

The inclusion of the above now means that there are 64 holders of the CVPM, which was first instituted back in 1996. The official presentation of the awards will be at the VPMA Congress Dinner on 27th January 2012 at the Chesford Grange Hotel of Kenilworth in Warwickshire.

For the first time, the Glynn Davies Memorial Award will also be given on behalf of the VPMA to the most outstanding candidate. Next year's examination will be held on the 30th November 2012 and notification of intention to sit this exam must be received by 5th October 2012.

Changes in the Certification and Training Committee have also been announced. Peter Gripper MRCVS has stepped down as Joint-Chairperson after six-years dedicated service, for which the committee have expressed their special thanks. He will be replaced by Alison Hoy CVPM. Also, Julie Beacham CVPM and John Goulding MRCVS have joined the Committee as new examiners.   

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Defra shares new Sanitary and Phytosanitary guidance

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 Defra has published guidance for the vet sector ahead of a proposed UK-EU Sanitary and Phytosanitary agreement.

The agreement, which will change the movement and trade of animals and related products, could see reductions in checks, paperwork and certification. As well as describing regulatory developments, the advice highlights the importance of animal ID, registration and traceability in disease control and other compliance arrangements.

The guidance can be found here. More detail is expected as negotiations progress. 

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Lords Committee opens Pet Parasite Medication inquiry

The House of Lords Environment and Climate Change Committee will launch its inquiry into Pet Parasite Medication (PPM) on Wednesday (3 June).

Focusing on treatments containing fipronil and imidacloprid, the inquiry will seek to understand distribution pathways and the impacts of PPM use and non-use on biodiversity and human health. It will also cover current regulation, monitoring, and the potential implications for pets and their owners.

The committee will hear evidence from environmental non-governmental organisations and research institutes. The public can follow the proceedings live on Parliament TV or in person in the Palace of Westminster.