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FIVP to attend BSAVA Congress 2024
FIVP will be at stand (D405) from 21-23 March.
The group represents and promotes independent practices.

The Federation of Independent Veterinary Practices (FIVP) has announced that it will attend the British Small Animal Veterinary Association (BSAVA) Congress in March.

FIVP, a not-for-profit organisation which represents the interests and promotes the values of independent veterinary practices, will be at stand (D405) from 21-23 March 2024.

The federation will be welcoming new members, and meeting existing members, to explore the current events which are affecting independent practices. Representatives will be available to discuss concerns about the Competitions and Marketing Authority (CMA) investigation, as well as the changing face of the veterinary industry.

The group will also be promoting the latest career opportunities from independent practices, supporting new and experienced veterinary surgeons and nurses as they develop their careers.

FIVP was founded in 2016, in response to a growing number of corporate-owned practices in the sector. It offers membership to independently owned veterinary practices across the UK.

The group has regularly represented independent practice in ongoing industry debates, most recently featuring in the national media to talk about how the CMA review has affected independent practices.

Rita Dingwall, FIVP business development manager, said: “Once again the FIVP team will be attending and supporting the BSAVA Congress in Manchester.

“This is an opportunity to welcome new members to the federation, many of whom are hoping to open new practices in the coming months or have already done so recently.

“This, alongside being able to meet up with long standing members face to face, supporting experienced vets, new graduates, students and RVNs in their search for a position, or EMS in an independent practice.

“With the interest of the CMA continuing and the constant changing face of the profession, there has never been a better time for practices to celebrate being independent.

“There will be much to discuss over the three days and we look forward to seeing you there.”

BSAVA Congress 2024 will take place at Manchester Central Convention Complex from 21-23 March, and will see thousands of veterinary professionals from across the country attend for three days of networking and CPD events.

It will also include a mix of lectures, panel discussions, and drop-in practical sessions at the congress’ Practical Village in the Exhibition Hall.

To book tickets, visit the BSAVA website.

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Antibiotic Amnesty survey opens

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 The Responsible Use of Medicines Alliance - Companion Animal and Equine (RUMA - CA&E) has launched a survey which seeks to measure the success of this year's Antibiotic Amnesty campaign.

Its results will help the group to calculate how many unused or out-of-date antibiotics were returned as part of the campaign throughout November. Practices are also asked how they engaged with clients to raise awareness of the issue.

Participating practices can enter a prize draw to win up to 100 in vouchers for taking part. Further prizes from BSAVA and Webinar Vet will be available for practices with the best input.

The survey takes a few minutes to complete and will be running throughout December. It can be accessed via this link

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Bluetongue cases lead to restricted zone extension

Following the detection of new cases of bluetongue virus serotype 3 (BTV-3), the restricted zone has been extended to include additional parts of Hampshire, Wiltshire, Oxfordshire and North Yorkshire, as well as Bournemouth, Christchurch, Poole and part of Dorset.

The zone now covers 28 counties and unitary authorities in England. As of 16 December, 185 cases of BTV-3 have been confirmed in England and Wales during the current vector period.

Bluetongue is a notifiable disease. Suspected cases must be reported on 03000 200 301 in England or 03003 038 268 in Wales. In Scotland, suspected cases should be reported to the local field services office. Suspected cases in Northern Ireland should be reported to the DAERA Helpline on 0300 200 7840 or by contacting the local DAERA Direct Veterinary Office.

A map of the area where movement restrictions apply can be found here.