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Veterinary Oscars celebrate excellence in the profession
Gyles Brandreth hosting Petplan awards
Gyles Brandreth returned to host the Petplan Awards 2014.

Members of the practice team honoured with top awards

A glittering event at Birmingham Town Hall last week brought together vets, nurses and practice managers for the Petplan Awards 2014.

Now in its 15th year, the event is known affectionately as "The Veterinary Oscars" and recognises outstanding members of the veterinary profession.

Back by popular demand was hilarious host Gyles Brandreth, who made sure guests were doubled up with laughter all evening.

Alongside a sumptuous dinner, guests enjoyed an opportunity to catch up with friends and colleagues - and, of course, the chance to celebrate the incredible work of the profession.

This year saw 12,000 clients and members of the profession nominate deserving vets, nurses, practices, practice managers and support staff.

An independent judging panel had the difficult task of choosing two finalists and a winner for each category.

Newly inaugurated BSAVA president Kate McConnell, presented Henrietta Fidler with Practice Support Staff of the Year Award for her outstanding work with clients at Beech House Veterinary Centre in Surrey. Meanwhile, Medivet's Charlotte Futter won Petplan Insurance Advisor of the Year.

BVA president Robin Hargreaves presented Hector Low from Old Mill vets with the Vet of the Year award, recognising his dedication to his clients and the profession.

Practice Manager of the Year went to Sharon Lane-Kieltyka, "a people person through and through", whose enthusiasm for the industry is "something to be admired".

Tina Wright from Warbeck House Veterinary Centre headed to the stage to collect the Vet Nurse of the Year award from BVNA president Kirstie Shield.

Tina set up an ear care club at the practice for patients who suffer from recurrent ear problems. She has put her "heart and soul" into the project, as well as tutoring student nurses and running popular puppy socialisation classes.

Finally, to raucous applause, The Vets' Place in Cheshire was awarded Practice of the Year by RCVS president Colonel Neil Smith. The practice has gone from strength to strength since setting up in 2009 and members of the team really get to know their clients and pets.

 

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Equine Disease Surveillance report released for Q4 2025

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 The latest Equine Disease Surveillance report has been released, with details on equine disease from Q4 of 2025.

The report, produced by Equine Infectious Disease Surveillance, includes advice on rule changes for equine influenza vaccination.

Statistics and maps detail recent outbreaks of equine herpes virus, equine influenza, equine strangles and equine grass sickness. A series of laboratory reports provides data on virology, bacteriology, parasitology and toxicosis.

This issue also features a case study of orthoflavivus-associated neurological disease in a horse in the UK. 

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RCVS annual renewal fee for vets due

RCVS' annual renewal fee for veterinary surgeons is now due. Vets must pay their renewal fee before Wednesday, 1 April 2026.

This year's standard annual fee has increased to 431 from last year's 418. This is an approximately three per cent increase, as approved by RCVS Council and the Privy Council.

Tshidi Gardner, RCVS treasurer, said: "The small fee increase will be used to help deliver both our everyday activities and our new ambitious Strategic Plan, which includes aims such as achieving new legislation, reviewing the Codes of Professional Conduct and supporting guidance, and continuing to support the professions through activities such as the Mind Matters Initiative, RCVS Academy and career development."

A full breakdown of the new fees is on the RCVS website. Information about tax relief is available on the UK government website.