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Louisa Baker is the new BVNA President
Took up her new role at BVNA Congress

Louisa Baker has become the new President of the British Veterinary Nursing Association (BVNA). She was inaugurated at the Presidential Handover Ceremony at BVNA Congress on Sunday 7th October 2012.

In her first speech as BVNA President, Louisa described it as a "surreal experience" to be taking on the role, after only four years since joining BVNA council in 2008 with the "sole aim to support the association in any way I could."

During her time on BVNA Council, she has been involved with the Education Committee, Veterinary Nursing Week and has been Honorary Treasurer. She was also instrumental in the launch and development of the BVNA Revision Apps, and cites her main area of interest as the education of veterinary nurses.

Describing herself as both humble and proud to stand where she is today, Louisa promised to continue the good work of all the previous presidents who have collectively made the BVNA what it is today, with her particular aim being to progress further with statutory regulation for veterinary nurses.

Best wishes go to Louisa in her new role.  

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Annual submission deadline small pet animal exemptions

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 Companies marketing medicines for small pets exempt from authorisation must submit their annual return to the Veterinary Medicines Directorate (VMD) by 30 November 2026.

Submitting this annual return ensures continued compliance with regulatory requirements for products marketed without a full Marketing Authorisation. The exemption specifically applies to products intended for animals, cage birds, terrarium animals, small rodents, ferrets and rabbits.

For further details and submission guidelines, visit the gov.uk website.  

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BVA urges 'continued vigilance' over bluetongue

The British Veterinary Association (BVA) has urged vigilance following a concerning rise in Bluetongue (BTV) cases in sheep and cattle.

In a recent statement, the BVA noted that members are reporting more severe clinical signs and higher mortality rates than in previous years.

'We know that farm vets are working hard to support farmers and animals affected by this outbreak, during what is an extremely difficult time for all involved,' they stated. 'Continued vigilance to identify disease early is vital and vaccination remains the best way of protecting animals from this disease.'