British Veterinary Association - BVA

We are the biggest membership community for veterinarians in the UK, dedicated to advocating for, supporting, and empowering over 19,000 vets across various ages, stages of their careers, and specialties.

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Could you be BVA President?

Jan 7, 2025 | bva.co.uk | Liz Mullineaux

Back to blog list BVA President Liz Mullineaux encourages vets who are keen to be a voice for their profession to consider applying to be the next BVA Junior Vice President. I’ve had a diverse veterinary career, including some amazing opportunities in the UK and overseas, but on reflection, I think I now have the best job in the world. Being a BVA Officer is like nothing else I’ve done before.
Standing up for the veterinary profession

Aug 8, 2024 | bva.co.uk | Malcolm Morley

Back to blog list Following our joint response to the Competition and Markets Authority’s (CMA) Issues Statement, BVA Senior Vice President Malcolm Morley looks into the details of the CMA's suggestions and highlights our concerns. At BVA, our mission is to represent, support, and champion the entire UK veterinary profession.
Our view: RCVS governance

Aug 1, 2024 | bva.co.uk | Malcolm Morley

Back to blog list BVA Senior Vice President Malcolm Morley discusses the background to our new policy position on RCVS governance and explains why a holistic approach is vital to ensure a modern, fit-for-purpose regulator and Royal College. Effective governance forms the foundation of a well-managed and accountable organisation. This principle is vital for the Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons (RCVS), which plays a key role in the UK veterinary professions.
BVA launches new policy position on diet choices for cats and dogs

Jul 24, 2024 | bva.co.uk

The British Veterinary Association (BVA) is calling on the profession to support pet owners in choosing a healthy, sustainable diet for their cats and dogs.
Vets see five times more heatstroke cases during extremely hot weather – dog owners urged to prepare against summer heat tragedy | British Veterinary Association

Jun 21, 2024 | bva.co.uk
Championing young vets in practice

May 28, 2024 | bva.co.uk | Liz Barton

Back to blog list From city life to rural practice, vet Liz Barton shares her EMS experience in Cumbria and how key positive experiences can help shape your career. As a city girl, I confess I was a little trepidatious about my first EMS placement in a mixed practice in Cumbria. Though I’d stayed on a couple of farms as part of my pre-clinical animal husbandry experience, I’d had limited experience with equine and farm clients.
Supporting garden wildlife

May 24, 2024 | bva.co.uk | Liz Mullineaux

Back to blog list With National Garden Wildlife Week just around the corner, BVA Junior Vice President Liz Mullineaux shares tips to promote wildlife-friendly spaces and contribute to wildlife disease surveillance. National Garden Wildlife Week starts on the Spring Bank Holiday Monday, the last Monday in May.
Navigating the return to veterinary practice after a career break

Apr 17, 2024 | bva.co.uk | Ruth Stevens

Back to blog list Small animal vet Ruth Stevens discusses her experience returning to practice after 14 years. I qualified from Royal (Dick) Vet College in 1993 and spent 10 years in small animal, mainly hospital, practices. I left practice to have and raise my children. I had not intended to return to practice, so I hadn't continued with CPD or my Royal College membership.
A call to recognise collective excellence in veterinary service

Apr 3, 2024 | bva.co.uk | Luke Gamble

Back to blog list The BVA Animal Health and Welfare Overseas Award (J. Trevor Blackburn Award) recognises a BVA member’s contributions to animal health and welfare in low and middle income countries. This short letter is a heartfelt plea from last year’s winner, Dr Luke Gamble, for the profession to nominate their outstanding colleagues. Dear colleaguesAs a recent recipient of the BVA Animal Health and Welfare Overseas Award (J.
Skilled worker visa changes: what it means for vets

Mar 12, 2024 | bva.co.uk | Malcolm Morley

Back to blog list This year, a new salary threshold for overseas vets entering the UK was introduced. BVA Senior Vice President Malcolm Morley discusses these changes and the implications on the profession. The 12 March 2024 is a date I won't easily forget.