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Veterinary training provider launches new CPD Club
The Central College of Animal Studies is a specialist provider of training for the veterinary profession.
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A CPD Club in which members benefit from priority access to high quality workshops and training events at reduced prices, has been launched by the Central College of Animal Studies.

As well as priority booking, Club members receive special offers for some of the College’s most popular events. There is also a ‘wish list’ facility whereby members can suggest workshops and training events.

Erica Dorling, CCOAS centres co-ordinator, said: “We are delighted to launch our CPD Club enabling members to benefit from a wide range of high quality events at reduced prices and there is no fee to join”.

The Central College of Animal Studies is a specialist provider of training for the veterinary profession. The college trains veterinary nurses, receptionists and practice managers and provides post-graduate training for veterinary surgeons and nurses.

The next CPD event (26 April) puts the spotlight on dog and cat behaviour and aims to help practitioners understand and influence owner behaviour to improve their dog’s welfare. It will also offer practical tips on helping clients deal with an ageing cat. 
 
This will be followed by a CPD day on analgesia and pain recognition on the 18 May. Other upcoming topics include, diagnostic imaging, fluid therapy and physiotherapy.
 
In June and September, the College will host preparation days for student veterinary nurses getting ready for their OSCE exams. With a focus on practical preparation, OSCE examiners will run through tasks to make sure that students feel confident with the techniques required.
 
Fo more information about the CPD Club please email enquiries@ccoas.org.uk or visit CCOAS at BSAVA stand 132.

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FIVP launches CMA remedies survey

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 FIVP has shared a survey, inviting those working in independent practice to share their views on the CMA's proposed remedies.

The Impact Assessment will help inform the group's response to the CMA, as it prepares to submit further evidence to the Inquiry Group. FIVP will also be attending a hearing in November.

Data will be anonymised and used solely for FIVP's response to the CMA. The survey will close on Friday, 31 October 2025. 

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CMA to host webinar exploring provisional decisions

The Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) is to host a webinar for veterinary professionals to explain the details of its provisional decisions, released on 15 October 2025.

The webinar will take place on Wednesday, 29 October 2025 from 1.00pm to 2.00pm.

Officials will discuss the changes which those in practice may need to make if the provisional remedies go ahead. They will also share what happens next with the investigation.

The CMA will be answering questions from the main parties of the investigation, as well as other questions submitted ahead of the webinar.

Attendees can register here before Wednesday, 29 October at 11am. Questions must be submitted before 10am on 27 October.

A recording of the webinar will be accessible after the event.