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Winners of RCVS Knowledge Awards revealed
"We were pleased to receive so many high-quality applicants" - Chris Gush

Awards include new category for Antimicrobial Stewardship.

The winners of the 2023 RCVS Knowledge Awards have been announced. The awards celebrate achievements in the veterinary profession for initiatives that contribute to advancing the quality of veterinary care.

This year’s awards include a Quality Improvement category and a new category for Antimicrobial Stewardship.

The winners of the Quality Improvement category are: 

  • David Charles
  • Rosemullion Veterinary Practice 
  • Leanne McLeod 
  • The School of Veterinary Nursing at the Royal Veterinary College

The winners of the Antimicrobial Stewardship category are: 

  • White Lodge Veterinary Surgery
  • Rachel Forster 
  • Paragon Veterinary Referrals 
  • Tonia Simms

The awards will be presented at the Royal College Day on 7 July 2023.

Executive director at RCVS Knowledge Chris Gush said: "We were pleased to receive so many high-quality applications for the RCVS Knowledge Awards this year, which is a real testament to the profession's growing dedication to using Quality Improvement techniques and advancing veterinary care.

“At RCVS Knowledge, we're actively expanding our work in the antimicrobial resistance field, which is an issue in both veterinary and human medicine. Through the awards, we're delighted to recognise those who are making valuable contributions towards combatting the threat of antimicrobial resistance. 

“Congratulations to all of the winners.”

As well as the eight award winners, there are also 12 highly commended applicants in the Quality Improvement category, and six in the Antimicrobial Stewardship category.

More information about all the winners and highly commended applicants can be found on the RCVS Knowledge website.

 

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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.