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Chatter box 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 Chatter box

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Equine News
Bluetongue confirmed in Northern Ireland cattle herd
Bluetongue confirmed in Northern Ireland cattle herd

Two cases are identified, while 44 additional cases are suspected.
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Northern Ireland fears first ever bluetongue outbreak
Northern Ireland fears first ever bluetongue outbreak

A suspected case has been identified in Bangor, County Down.
Rare breeds threatened by lack of genetic monitoring
Rare breeds threatened by lack of genetic monitoring

Gaps in genetic diversity research risks some UK livestock breeds.
Wales introduces compulsory poultry housing measures
Wales introduces compulsory poultry housing measures

Chief vet urges vigilance as avian flu cases rise.
MSD Animal Health launches FlockCheck 2026
MSD Animal Health launches FlockCheck 2026

The service has been opened early to help vets get ahead.
Mandatory housing introduced amid bird flu rise
Mandatory housing introduced amid bird flu rise

The measures will be in place in north, central and east of England.
More avian influenza cases recorded across Great Britain
More avian influenza cases recorded across Great Britain

H5N1 is confirmed in Suffolk, Yorkshire and Wales.
Pigs developed with classical swine fever resistance
Pigs developed with classical swine fever resistance

Gene editing could offer a new approach to disease control.
Cattle TB vaccine field trials begin next phase
Cattle TB vaccine field trials begin next phase

New vaccine has the potential to protect animals and prevent transmission.
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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.
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