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Equine Vets Celebrated at WEVA Conference
HRH Princess Haya
FEI President praised the work of equine vets at WEVA Conference in India.

The President of the Fédération Equestre Internationale, HRH Princess Haya, celebrated the 250th anniversary of the first veterinary school in Lyons, France, and the subsequent birth of the modern veterinary profession in her opening address at the 2011 World Equine Veterinary Association Conference in India last week.

She addressed 600 delegates, including key members of the world's equine industry, breeders and leading equine veterinarians, at the conference.

HRH Princess Haya drew attention to the "crucial role veterinarians play in improving animal health, pushing the boundaries of biomedical research and protecting the environment."

The President drew a round of applause from the audience when she called for the safe international movement of high performance horses, and "taking a risk-based approach without over-precautionary levels of red tape and restrictions."

Dr Tim Greet, the President of WEVA, commented: We are delighted that FEI President Princess Haya chose WEVA 2011 to express a vision for the relationship between the equine veterinary profession, equestrian sport and the wider industry as we enter the next 250 years."

He added: "We must keep to our guiding principles of maintaining equine welfare and using best veterinary science."

HRH Princess Haya gave the opening address on 2nd November 2011at WEVA Conference in Hyderabad, India.

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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.