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FIVP to attend BEVA Congress
“The team from FIVP are looking forward to welcoming members and potential members to their stand (D4) at the BEVA Congress” – Rita Dingwall.

The federation will be promoting the interests and values of independent practices.

The Federation of Independent Veterinary Practices (FIVP) has announced that it will be attending this year’s BEVA Congress.

FIVP, a not-for-profit organisation which represents the interests of independent veterinary practices and promotes their values, will be at stand (D4) from 14-16 September 2023.

The federation is planning to use the opportunity to talk about the major topics which are currently affecting independent practices.

Rita Dingwall, FIVP business development manager, said: “The team from FIVP are looking forward to welcoming members and potential members to their stand (D4) at the BEVA Congress.

“This is an opportunity to discuss important topics that are affecting independent practices and to share and collaborate.”

FIVP was founded in 2016 and offers membership to independent veterinary practices across the UK, as well as free individual membership to veterinary professionals. It regularly represents independent practices at congresses and other events, including a recent debate at the House of Lords.

This year’s BEVA Congress, which will be held at the ICC in Birmingham from 13-16 September, will offer more than 90 hours of live and on demand CPD, as well as four planned social events. The programme has been created by veterinary professionals and is aimed at veterinary surgeons, nurses, and students.

Speaking about the upcoming congress, BEVA’s event manager Jocelyn Thompson said: “Whether you want to party it up every night or check into a spa hotel for a relaxing mini break vibe after a busy day of CPD lectures and networking, congress can deliver. We even have facilities for parents who need to bring children or babies along.”

 

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RCVS announces 1CPD app update

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 The RCVS has announced a new version of its 1CPD mobile app, with enhanced features for veterinary surgeons and veterinary nurses to record their continuing professional development.

The mobile app includes a new 'what would you like to do?' shortcut for frequent tasks, a notification badge, and the ability to scan a QR code from the home screen to easily record an activity.

Users will be prompted to update the app from the App Store or Google Play the next time they log in. For more information, visit RCVS.org.uk 

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Nominations open for RCVS and VN Council elections

The nomination period for the 2026 RCVS Council and VN Council elections is now open, with three veterinary surgeon seats and two veterinary nurse seats available.

Prospective candidates can download an information pack and nomination form from the RCVS website. Individuals can nominate themselves for the elections, with the results to be announced in the spring.

Clare Paget, the recently appointed RCVS Registrar and elections returning officer, said: "If you want to play your part in influencing and moulding how the professions are regulated, and making key decisions on matters of great importance to your peers, the public and animal health and welfare, please consider standing for RCVS Council or VN Council next year."

Nominations close at 5pm on Saturday, 31 January 2026.