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European Medicines Agency updates antibiotics advice
The EMA has updated its scientific advice on the risk categorisation of antibiotics for use in animals. Four new classes...

Blue Cross Hammersmith hospital receives Vet Wellbeing Award
The Hammersmith team collected their award at the SPVS-VMG Congress 2020. Staff show commitment to supporting good mental health The...

RCVS Council approves veterinary education reforms
(L-R) Dr Linda Prescott-Clements, Dr Susan Paterson and Professor Stephen May. Alterations stem from the RCVS Graduate Outcomes Project A...

Clavubactin batches recalled over reduced efficacy
‘This recall is because the efficacy of the product cannot be guaranteed after 12 months’ – VMD. Vets and wholesalers...

RCVS renewal fees set to rise
The annual renewal fee for veterinary surgeons is set to rise by £24 for those practising in the UK. Move...

Contacts to Vetlife Helpline rise 416 per cent
An additional 10 volunteers were recruited to the VetLife Helpline in 2019. Charity seeks additional volunteers to meet increasing demand...

Voting opens for BVA regional representatives
The results of the election will be announced on 19 February 2020. Members encouraged to vote to have their voice...

Cats Protection CEO to advise government on animal welfare
James Yeates is the only new appointee to the AWC to specialise in companion animals. James Yeates is one of...

BCVSp launches podcast for animal owners
The podcast is available on Apple Podcasts, with notifications of new content via Your Vet Specialist’s social media channels. New...

Dragons Den star announced as BSAVA Congress keynote speaker
Mrs Campbell will be sharing her thoughts on balancing a successful career with family commitments. Entrepreneur at head of 2020...