As Chief Veterinary Officer, Christine Middlemiss discusses the release of Defra's White Paper Today, the government has published its White Paper, Our vision for a thriving veterinary sector, setting out proposals for the most significant reform of veterinary regulation in …
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 …
Guest blog by Dr Elizabeth Mullineaux, Senior Vice President, British Veterinary Association As a veterinary graduate of the late 1980s, I’m almost the same age as the Veterinary Surgeons Act 1966 (VSA) and have spent much of my working life …
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 …
This week marks a year since the ban on XL Bullies came into effect, making it illegal to own an XL Bully in England and Wales unless it has been registered and complies with strict rules, including being neutered and …
Brucella canis, is an emerging issue for UK pets, owners, and the veterinary profession. The Chief Veterinary Officers (CVOs) for the UK, Scotland and Wales have issued recommended advice to veterinary surgeons on Brucella canis. The advice is advisory and …
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 …
Today we mark the 7th International One Health Day and I want to reflect again on the brilliant progress being made on One Health in the UK and across the world. Developing One Health approaches is still a key focus …
In his latest blog to celebrate international dog day, Deputy Chief Veterinary Officer talks about what to consider when buying a pet and how to do this safely.
World Zoonoses Day is held every year to commemorate the first vaccination against zoonotic disease – infectious diseases caused by bacteria, viruses, and parasites spread between animals and humans. World Zoonoses day is particularly timely this year to highlight the risk …
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