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Farmers to receive bespoke TB advice
Cows in field
Farmers will have the option of receiving a farm visit from a vet.
Service forms part of a comprehensive strategy to beat TB in England

Cattle farmers within licensed badger cull areas will be offered bespoke veterinary advice on how to reduce the risk of bovine TB on their farms, Defra has announced.

Over the next two years, the Animal and Plant Health Agency (APHA) will offer the service to all farmers within the cull areas as part of a comprehensive strategy to beat the disease in England.

Defra say that the service will help farmers to strengthen their TB prevention measures to the highest practical levels, complementing other measures in place within Somerset and Gloucestershire, such as the badger cull license, annual TB testing, and the existing cattle movement controls.

Farming minister George Eustice said: "This new service is part of our comprehensive strategy to beat bovine TB and will provide farmers with expert advice on how they can reduce the risk of the disease affecting their farm."

A summary of the local levels of TB this month will be sent to cattle keepers within the cull areas, with a description of known causes and risk factors.

APHA will provide farmers with customised reports for each of their holdings, showing the number of incidents of TB recorded over the last five years, the cattle movement history and other risk-related information.

Farmers will also have the option of receiving a farm visit from a vet, who will discuss the report and provide bespoke advice and guidance on preventing TB.


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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.