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RCVS names council election candidates
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Six men and five women are standing for election to the RCVS Council.
Ballot papers will be posted in the week beginning March 16

The RCVS has revealed the names of 11 veterinary surgeons and three veterinary nurses who are standing for election to the councils.

Of the 11 vets standing for election to the RCVS Council, six are male and five are female. This includes nine new candidates and two current members (Lynne Hill and Niall Connell) that are standing for re-election.

The RCVS candidates are:
  • Mr Niall Connell MRCVS
  • Mrs Joanna Dyer MRCVS
  • Professor Tim Greet FRCVS
  • Mrs Lynne Hill MRCVS
  • Mr Richard Hillman MRCVS
  • Dr Heidi Janicke MRCVS
  • Miss Hannah Jordan MRCVS
  • Mr Thomas Lonsdale MRCVS
  • Mr James Main MRCVS
  • Miss Katherine Richards MRCVS
  • Mr Peter Robinson MRCVS

Candidates for the VN Council are:
  • Mrs Lucy Bellwood RVN
  • Mrs Elizabeth Cox RVN (who is standing for re-election)
  • Miss Marie Rippingale RVN

Details of the candidates and ballot papers will be posted to all veterinary surgeons and nurses that are eligible to vote in the week beginning March 16.

Voting can be done online or by post and closes at 5pm on Friday, April 24.

MRCVSonline and VetCommunity will be featuring more news on the candidates in the run-up to the elections.

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Animal Medicines Amnesty returns this November

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 Veterinary practices are being urged to help owners safely dispose of any unused and expired pet medicines - not just antibiotics - during November's Animal Medicines Amnesty.

Organised by the Responsible Use of Medicines Alliance Companion Animal and Equine (RUMA CA&E), the initative is supported by a range of cross-sector organisations.

Practices are encouraged to use the campaign to engage the whole practice team and raise awareness of the safe disposal of medicines with clients. Learn how your practice can get involved at rumacae.org.uk 

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APHA launches free virtual work experience programme

The Animal and Plant Health Agency (APHA), in collaboration with Springpod, has launched a free virtual work experience programme, giving young people across the UK the chance to explore careers dedicated to protecting animal and plant health.

The on-demand programme offers a unique insight into career opportunities within APHA, showcasing how students can contribute to tackling some of the UK's most critical biosecurity and environmental challenges.

Designed for students aged 13 and over, the course includes more than 10 hours of engaging content featuring real-life industry insights, scenario-based challenges, and practical guidance on applying for jobs. To register for the course, visit the APHA website.