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RCVS and VN Council election results revealed
Four new members to RCVS and VN Council
Joining RCVS Council for the first time are Melissa Donald and Lucie Goodwin (top). Matthew Rendle and Rachael Marshall (bottom) will take the two places available on VN Council.

Successful candidates will take up their positions in July

The results of the 2016 RCVS and VN Council elections have been revealed.

The profession cast their vote and elected four current and two new members to RCVS Council, and two new members to VN Council.

Returning to four of the six available seats on RCVS Council are Christopher Barker (2,838 votes), Amanda Boag (2,689 votes), Kit Sturgess (2,586 votes) and Stephen May (2,452 votes).

Joining the RCVS Council for the first time are Melissa Donald (2,532 votes) and Lucie Goodwin (2,307 votes).

The re-election of Stephen May means that he will serve as junior vice president of the RCVS for 2016-2017.

New members Matthew Rendle (547 votes) and Rachael Marshall (537 votes) will take the two places available on VN Council.

“I’d like to congratulate all those who were successfully elected, and re-elected, to council and thank those who took part in this year’s election – whether by standing as a candidate, casting a vote or submitting questions for the candidates to answer,” said Eleanor Ferguson, RCVS acting registrar.

Liz Cox, chair of VN Council, added: “Many congratulations to the two brand new members of VN Council – I look forward to working with them over the coming years and seeing what they can bring to help drive the profession forward.”

In total 15.6 per cent of veterinary surgeons eligible to vote did so compared to 18.1 per cent last year.

The number of veterinary nurses was higher than last year (1,435 compared to 1,379). However, the overall turnout of 10.9 per cent was slightly lower than last year, when 11 per cent of the profession cast their votes.

The successful candidates will take up their positions at RCVS Day - the College’s Annual General Meeting and awards day on Friday, 15 July 2016 at the Royal Institute of British Architects. 

To read full interviews with the election candidates visit vetcommunity.com.

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Greyhound Board announces change to vaccination guidance

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 The Greyhound Board of Great Britain has published new vaccination guidance, with all greyhounds registered from 1 January, 2027 required to have the L4 leptospirosis vaccination, rather than L2.

The change comes in response to the reduced availability of the 'L2' Leptospirosis vaccine across the UK, and aims to support best biosecurity practice across the racing greyhound population.

GBGB veterinary director Simon Gower, said "While rare, Leptospirosis is a serious infectious disease that can affect both dogs and humans, so it is vital that we offer our greyhounds the broadest possible protection.  

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Free webinar explores congenital heart disease in dogs

A free webinar is to provide veterinary professionals, dog breeders and pet owners an new insights into congenital heart disease.

Chris Linney, a cardiology specialist and Veterinary Cardiovascular Society (VSC) member, will present the webinar from 7.00pm to 8.30pm on Wednesday, 12 November.

Dr Linney will explore the types, causes and clinical presentation of congenital heart conditions. This will include diagnostic approaches, treatment pathways and emerging research opportunities.

The session is the third to be organised by The Kennel Club, with the VCS, following an introductory webinar and a talk on acquired heart disease. Dr Linney's webinar consists of a one-hour presentation, followed by a 30-minute question and answer session.

Dr Linney said: "This webinar will be an opportunity to deepen understanding - not just of the diseases themselves, but of how breeders, vets and owners can work together to support affected dogs and improve outcomes for future generations."

Click here to register for the webinar.