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Product recall due to packaging damage
Versele-Laga has issued a recall for Ornicure 150mg/g doxycycline powder for oral solution.
Versele-Laga recalls batches of Ornicure 

The Veterinary Medicines Directorate (VMD) is making wholesalers aware that the manufacturer, Versele-Laga, has issued a recall for Ornicure 150mg/g doxycycline powder for oral solution.

Stability tests have shown that some bags of the 200g packaging of the product could be minimally damaged. Batches of the product are being recalled with immediate effect to wholesaler level.

Ornicure is used for racing pigeons and cage birds to treat respiratory tract infections, ornithosis, psittacosis and ocular infections caused by Chlamydia psittaci or mycoplasma.

The following batch numbers are affected:
  • 16L16741 (expiry date: 12-2019)
  • 16L19742 (expiry date: 12-2019)
  • 16L15739 (expiry date: 12-2019)

Versele-Laga are contacting wholesale dealers to arrange the return of these batches. Any queries relating to the recall can be directed to Andy Maheur on +32 9 381 31 86 or commseccs@verla.be

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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.