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CPD partnership to provide latest evidence-based knowledge
Improve International has announced a partnership with the Univeristy of Cambridge Department of Veterinary Medicine.

Improve international teams up with the University of Cambridge Department of Veterinary Medicine.

CPD training provider Improve International has teamed up with the University of Cambridge Department of Veterinary Medicine to bring vets and vet nurses the latest evidence-based knowledge from the university's specialists.

The new Improve International Veterinary Academy Series will see the introduction of five-month-long semesters, each focusing on a different clinical topic. A series of engaging video lectures, discussion forums and journal clubs will form the basis of each semester, together with a chance to access the university's latest evidence-based research.

Among the clinical topics that will be covered by the series include: brachycephalic obstructive airway syndrome, canine and feline oncology, canine and feline cardiology, canine and feline neurology and equine oncology. Students are encouraged to select a combination of semesters to help fulfil their annual CPD requirement. 

Charlotte French, head of curriculum and quality at Improve International, commented: “We are thrilled to be working with the University of Cambridge Department of Veterinary Medicine as another innovative way to help the veterinary community take their careers to the next level.
At Improve International, we look forward to offering veterinary nurses and surgeons worldwide the chance to explore ground-breaking work and help advance animal welfare around the globe.”

Professor Mike Herrtage, Trustee of the University of Cambridge Veterinary School Trust and former Dean of the Cambridge Veterinary School, added: “The new joint agreement brings together Improve International, with its outstanding record of high-quality and innovative CPD provision and the staff of the Department of Veterinary Medicine with their excellent specialist clinical knowledge and experience, as well as their recognised quality in small group teaching to stage the Improve International Academy Series. This will provide a new milestone in CPD course delivery.”

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Equine Disease Surveillance report released for Q4 2025

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 The latest Equine Disease Surveillance report has been released, with details on equine disease from Q4 of 2025.

The report, produced by Equine Infectious Disease Surveillance, includes advice on rule changes for equine influenza vaccination.

Statistics and maps detail recent outbreaks of equine herpes virus, equine influenza, equine strangles and equine grass sickness. A series of laboratory reports provides data on virology, bacteriology, parasitology and toxicosis.

This issue also features a case study of orthoflavivus-associated neurological disease in a horse in the UK. 

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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.