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BVNA celebrates its 50th year
Fiona Andrew
Fiona Andrew will provide updates through a new President's Blog.
'2015 is a momentous year for the veterinary nursing profession'

For the BVNA, 2015 will be a year of celebration as it marks its 50th anniversary. President Fiona Andrew hopes to celebrate what the association has achieved so far, whilst looking to the future.

“2015 is a pretty momentous year for the veterinary nursing profession and I feel very honoured to be representing our members at this key time," she says.

"We have campaigned for a long time on professional status for veterinary nurses and it is so gratifying to see this come to fruition with the new Royal Charter being introduced in our 50th year.

"There’s still much to be done though, and we’re looking forward to sharing our aims and achievements for 2015 with members and the rest of the profession."

BVNA has kicked off the celebrations by expanding its advice for members. The change comes as a result of feedback from a consultation last year. Additional information can now be found on the BVNA website on mental health support, the Members' Advisory Service, peer-to-peer support and financial help.

The BVNA's newly-relaunched website also now includes a President's Blog - through which Fiona Andrew will provide updates.

There is also an increased focus on the association's campaigning and lobbying activities.

Visit www.bvna.org.uk to view the new site.

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RCVS announces 1CPD app update

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 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 

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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.