By Alba Barrecheguren Gutierrez, APHA Veterinary Advice Services Back in the 1960, Edward Lorenz introduced the concept that small changes within complex systems can lead to significant and far-reaching consequences. Often referred to as the butterfly effect, the theory suggests …
By Anthony Ridge, Deputy Head of Veterinary Trade Facilitation, Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs I’ve spent the past eight years as a government vet, starting at the Animal and Plant Health Agency and now working in Defra as …
The end of May marked the 92nd WOAH General Session, and I had the pleasure of being invited as part of the UK delegation. It was my first time attending, and even for those who go every year, this one …
Jon Haycock is a Senior Veterinary Assessor at the Veterinary Medicines Directorate (VMD) and shares his career path since graduation. Whilst writing this piece, I’ve come to realise that I clearly enjoy the immense variety that the veterinary profession has …
Want to learn more about the work of the Government Veterinary Services (GVS)? Come and see us at BVA Live. We will be speaking at a few events across the 2 days: Thursday 12th June: 10:25-11:25: Business, Careers & Debates …
While discussing the role of Registered Veterinary Nurses (RVNs) within the veterinary team, 2 members of the veterinary policy team in Defra headed to Swindon to visit a large independent hospital. They spent the day shadowing the veterinary nursing team, …
Here is a list of more current veterinary job vacancies in the Civil Service. Click on the links to find out more. the links to find out more. You may need to set up a username and password to access the …
Have you ever wondered what roles there are for vets in government? Did you know vet roles exist in 9 government departments? Join us for a conversation with Government Veterinary Service (GVS) colleagues on Tuesday 22nd April 12:30-13:15, to hear …
The Government Veterinary Services represents the community of vets working across government. We are at the London Vet Show so please stop by our stand (N70 in Hall S3) to learn more about what we do. Led by the UK …
Government Veterinary Services is considering a new veterinary programme to attract more vets into Government veterinary roles. We are calling on vets to help shape the proposal by sharing their ideas. The programme would provide a structured pathway for qualified …
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