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'Exceptional young vets' sought for BVA award
The award highlights young vets who are making a valuable contribution across the profession.
BVA Young Vet of the Year Award 2020 now open for nominations.

Nominations are now open for the BVA Young Vet of the Year Award 2020.

Each year, the award highlights young vets who are making a valuable contribution across the profession. Last year's winner, Emily Craven, was nominated for her passion for animal welfare, enthusiasm for farm practice, and for going above-and-beyond in her call of duty.

The award forms part of an ongoing collaboration between the BVA and Zoetis to recognise, support and champion to essential work of young vets in the UK. The only award of its kind, it is open to all RCVS-registered vets in the first eight years of their careers.

The nominated person can be from any veterinary sphere, including research, education or veterinary politics. Organisers are seeking an 'exceptional young vet' whose work is recognised within the workplace or who has benefited the veterinary community.

“After such a successful launch of this award last year it’s really exciting to be inviting entries for 2020,” commented BVA president Daniella Dos Santos.

“It’s more important now than ever that we recognise and celebrate the huge contribution that young vets are making across the workforce in these challenging and uncertain times. I’m confident that we’ll once again see a really high standard of entries from across the veterinary community, and would encourage everyone to put themselves or a colleague forward if they fit the bill to be considered for this unique and prestigious award.”

BVA and Zoetis will jointly announce the winner in November, and the winner will receive a prize of £1000 cash and 'a career-enhancing experience' with Zoetis.

The deadline for nominations is Monday 7 September. For more information about the award and to make a nomination, click here. 

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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.