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Informal views sought on fee changes
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Views are being sought on how fee changes may affect businesses.
AHVLA launches consultation on fee changes for statutory services

An informal consultation has been launched to seek views on fee changes for statutory services delivered by AHVLA.

Informal views are being sought ahead of a full consultation in summer 2014.

Fee increases are planned with a view to moving to full cost recovery (FCR) for services delivered in relation to bovine embryos, bovine semen, porcine semen (collectively known as artificial breeding controls (ABCs)), poultry health scheme, border inspection posts (BIPs) and salmonella national control programme (NCP).

Phased increases were agreed in June 2013 for ABCs, poultry health scheme and BIPs. A move to FCR is planned for this year.

After a revised FCR model was introduced - based on HM Treasury guidance - AHVLA says the majority of further revisions to fees will be lower than the FCR amounts forecast in 2012. However, the agency says it cannot be specific about revisions to individual fees and charges.

AHVLA is seeking views on how stakeholders feel the changes will affect businesses.

Further details about revisions to individual fees and charges are expected to be available by summer 2014, when a public consultation will be launched.

AHVLA aims to introduce revised fees during the final quarter of this year.

For further information or to take part in the informal consultation click here.

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SPVS and FIVP launch VSA survey

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 SPVS and FIVP have collaborated to launch a short survey about the proposed reform of the Veterinary Surgeons Act.

The survey will ensure that each organisation's submission accurately represents the experiences of practising veterinary professionals. It will also explore awareness, use and perceived value of the roles undertaken by the RCVS.

It takes around 5-10 minutes to complete, and all responses are anonymous. The survey can be completed here until Thursday, 19 March 2026. 

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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.