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HBLB calls for Scholarship applications
Deadline for applications announced

The Horserace Betting Levy Board (HBLB) has called for applications for its Senior Equine Clinical Scholarships and Veterinary Research Training Scholarships. The Scholarships in question are for the academic year beginning Monday 1st October 2012, and offer an expense allowance to cover the costs of research and a tax-free stipend to assist with the student's living expenses.

A deadline of midday on Wednesday 16th May 2012 for the submission of applications has been announced. The applications will be considered by the Veterinary Advisory Committee of the HBLB, and the awards will be announced in this coming September.

For full information and to apply, please download an application pack from www.hblb.org.uk

For further details, please contact the HBLB Equine Grants team at equine.grants@hblb.org.uk

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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