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Call for candidates for standing committees
BVA seeking new faces for committees

The British Veterinary Association (BVA) is inviting candidates to stand for election to one of its five standing committees.

There are spaces open on all the committees, each of which report to BVA Council. The committees are as follows:

  • Veterinary Policy Group (VPG) - VPG advises BVA Council on any veterinary subject of national interest relevant to animal health, animal welfare, or public health
  • Members' Services Group (MSG) - MSG advises the BVA Council on any current service provided to members and makes proposals to change or identify potential new services
  • Ethics and Welfare Group (EWG) - EWG is a standing committee of BVA Council which considers ethical issues arising from the interaction of animals with human society
  • BVA Animal Welfare Foundation (AWF) - AWF is the veterinary profession’s own animal welfare charity.  It aims to improve the welfare of all animals through veterinary science, education and debate
  • Overseas Group (OG) – OG links the BVA and its members with veterinary associations, organisations and individuals throughout the developing world.  It considers and advises upon those overseas matters of concern to the veterinary profession.

Application packs are available here, and the nomination deadline is 13th July 2012 at 4pm. 

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RCVS announces 1CPD app update

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 The RCVS has announced a new version of its 1CPD mobile app, with enhanced features for veterinary surgeons and veterinary nurses to record their continuing professional development.

The mobile app includes a new 'what would you like to do?' shortcut for frequent tasks, a notification badge, and the ability to scan a QR code from the home screen to easily record an activity.

Users will be prompted to update the app from the App Store or Google Play the next time they log in. For more information, visit RCVS.org.uk 

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Nominations open for RCVS and VN Council elections

The nomination period for the 2026 RCVS Council and VN Council elections is now open, with three veterinary surgeon seats and two veterinary nurse seats available.

Prospective candidates can download an information pack and nomination form from the RCVS website. Individuals can nominate themselves for the elections, with the results to be announced in the spring.

Clare Paget, the recently appointed RCVS Registrar and elections returning officer, said: "If you want to play your part in influencing and moulding how the professions are regulated, and making key decisions on matters of great importance to your peers, the public and animal health and welfare, please consider standing for RCVS Council or VN Council next year."

Nominations close at 5pm on Saturday, 31 January 2026.