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RCVS Fellows invited to stand for election
The Fellowship is seeking candidates who can bring fresh ideas to improve the output of the Board.

Elected candidates will help shape the direction of the board. 

RCVS Fellows are being invited to stand for election for two positions on the RCVS Fellowship Board.

The positions are Projects and Engagement Officer for the Board and Chair of the Fellowship Science Advisory Panel’s subgroup of the Board.

Elected candidates will be tasked with shaping the direction of the Board and will help lead the Fellowship’s ongoing work.

Dr Niall Connell FRCVS, Chair of the Fellowship Board, said: “The upcoming elections for Projects and Engagement Officer and Chair of the Fellowship Science Advisory Panel offer Fellows two excellent opportunities to join dedicated teams advancing veterinary standards.

“The Fellowship is seeking passionate candidates who can bring fresh ideas to improve output and broaden communication. Regardless of their current role or path to Fellowship, all Fellows are encouraged to apply and help promote knowledge sharing, champion impactful activities, and facilitate conversations on challenging issues.”

Fellows interested in standing for election will need to complete an online form, including a statement that outlines why they should be elected. More information is available on the RCVS website.

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First BTV-3 case of 2026/27 season confirmed

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 Livestock keepers are being urged to stay vigilant for Bluetongue (BTV-3) following confirmation of the disease in a ewe. The case, confirmed in Staffordshire on 23 June 2026, represents the first confirmed case of infection this summer.

The APHA said: 'The risk of Bluetongue spreading has increased so we urge all livestock keepers in GB to familiarise themselves with the nation specific bluetongue control policies and movement requirements that currently apply.'  

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New form for online veterinary medicines retailers

The Veterinary Medicines Directorate (VMD) has produced a new online form for retailers wishing to sell veterinary medicines on the internet.

The form replace the previous Word version and is part of the VMD's ongoing commitment to digitise its processes. Anyone retailing prescription medicines online, including POM-V, POM-VPS and NFA-VPS categories, is lawfully required to register with the VMD before trading.

The change only applies to new applicants. Retailers already listed on the VMD's Register of Online Retailers or registered under the Accredited Internet Retailer Scheme (AIRS) do not need to do anything.