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Congratulations to the BSAVA Awardees
The first day of BSAVA Congress saw some very special people being honoured with the prestigious BSAVA Awards, which aim to recognise the inspiring work and contributions made by some in the veterinary profession.

Congratulations to all those that were awarded. See below for the winners.

Amoroso Award (presented for outstanding contributions to small animal studies by a non-clinical member of university staff) - Alexander ‘Sandy’ Trees BVM&S PhD DipEVPC MRCVS

Melton Award (presented annually for meritorious contributions by veterinary surgeons to small animal veterinary practice) - Amanda Boag MA VetMB DipACVIM DipACVECC FHEA MRCVS

Simon Award (presented annually to a member of the BSAVA for outstanding contributions in the field of veterinary surgery) - Philip Lhermette BSc (Hons) CBiol MSB BVetMed MRCVS

Woodrow Award (presented to a member of the BSAVA for outstanding contributions in the field of small animal veterinary medicine) - Alex German BVSc (Hons) PhD CertSAM DipECVIM-CA MRCVS

J.A. Wight Memorial Award (presented to recognise outstanding contributions to the welfare of companion animals) - Clare Rusbridge BVMS PhD DipECVN MRCVS

Petsavers Award (presented to the author of the best clinical research paper published in the Journal of Small Animal Practice during the 12 months ending 31 October 2010) - Samantha Taylor BVetMed (Hons) CertSAM DipECVIM-CA MRCVS

Dunkin Award (presented to the author of the most valuable article published in the Journal of Small Animal Practice by a small animal practitioner during the 12 months ending 31st October 2010) - Graham Hayes MA VetMB CertSAS MRCVS

Blaine Award (presented for outstanding contributions to the advancement of small animal veterinary medicine or surgery) - Professor Gail K. Smith VMD PhD

Special World Veterinary Year 2011 Award - l’École Nationale Vétérinaire de Lyon – Award accepted by Dr Stephane Martinot

Professor N. Sydney Moise DVM MS
Bourgelat Award (presented annually by the BSAVA as the primary international recognition for really outstanding contributions to the field of small animal practice) - Professor N. Sydney Moïse DVM MS

Clinical Research Abstracts 2010 - Medicine (awarded by the BSAVA for the best medical Clinical Research Abstract presented by a Resident or graduate student at BSAVA Congress 2010) - James Yeates BSc BVSc DWEL PhD MRCVS

Clinical Research Abstracts 2010 - Surgery (presented by the BSAVA for the best surgical Clinical Research Abstract presented by a Resident or graduate student at BSAVA Congress 2010) - Sarah Thomson BVSc CertVA MRCVS

Clinical Research Abstracts 2010 - Practitioner (presented by the BSAVA for the best Clinical Research Abstract presented by a practitioner at BSAVA Congress 2010) - Lorenzo Novello

Unfortunately, this year the Frank Beattie Travel Scholarship was not awarded due to a lack of applications meeting the requisite standard. However, this means that the Award funds will roll over to 2012, increasing the scholarship to £4000 for next year’s recipient.

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Equine Disease Surveillance report released for Q4 2025

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 The latest Equine Disease Surveillance report has been released, with details on equine disease from Q4 of 2025.

The report, produced by Equine Infectious Disease Surveillance, includes advice on rule changes for equine influenza vaccination.

Statistics and maps detail recent outbreaks of equine herpes virus, equine influenza, equine strangles and equine grass sickness. A series of laboratory reports provides data on virology, bacteriology, parasitology and toxicosis.

This issue also features a case study of orthoflavivus-associated neurological disease in a horse in the UK. 

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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.