‘Hot topic’ sessions announced for BVA Live
"These 'hot topic' sessions are bound to be a highlight for every vet professional" - Malcolm Morley
The British Veterinary Association (BVA) has released the details for BVA Live, being held in Birmingham on Thursday, 11 May and Friday, 12 May. The programme includes debates on some of the hottest topics currently facing the profession, and veterinary professionals are invited to share their views.
Taking place in the Interactive Zone, the debates will be led by BVA president Malcolm Morley, senior vice president Justine Shotton and junior vice president Anna Judson.
The topics to be debated are:
- What if vets trained to practise in only one species group? We debate the hypothetical ramifications to a change in veterinary training. How would single species qualifications change the face of the profession?
- What if UK dog imports were banned? With some charities already calling for tighter restrictions to protect the domestic dog population, their owners and vets from imported disease risks, we’ll explore the potential impact of an outright ban.
- What is the role of vets in maintaining the social licence of animal sport? Speakers and attendees will discuss the ethical and practical role of vets in animal support and consider whether the time has come for the profession to reconsider its involvement.
“From specialisation in the profession, to dog imports and the ethical challenges around animal sport, they offer a chance to step outside of our daily work and dig deep into these contentious issues.
“Some people come with a soapbox, while others come to listen, but the informal setting means that on the day everyone becomes a part of the discussion and debate.”
The two day event offers 17 hours of CPD, and the full programme can be viewed online.
Companies marketing medicines for small pets exempt from authorisation must submit their annual return to the Veterinary Medicines Directorate (VMD) by 30 November 2026.
