Industry News

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29 January

RCVS launches new 1CPD learning and development platform

RCVS has announced the launch of a new Continuing Professional Development (CPD) learning and development platform for all members. The 1CPD will now replace the Professional Development Record (PDR) as the means of “planning, recording and reflecting on” veterinary professionals’ continuing professional development. The launch accompanies several CPD policy changes,…

29 January

IVC Evidensia opens first Northern Ireland branch

IVC Evidensia has announced the opening of its first start-up practice in Northern Ireland. Stormont Veterinary Practice, located in Belfast, will be led by vet Tom Fitzsimons (MVB, PGC(SAM) MRCVS), who moves from his role at “well-established” Garden Lodge Veterinary Clinic. He will work alongside Rebecca Martin (BVSc MRVS) and…

28 January

Kettering council tenants will soon need permission to own a pet

All Kettering council tenants will need to have written permission to keep a pet under a new policy. According to Northamptonshire Telegraph, the authority is issuing a new pet policy to try and prevent “nuisance” animals affecting neighbours, as well as making sure pets are looked after responsibly. Under the…

28 January

PDSA launches 10th PAW report

PDSA has announced its annual PAW (PDSA animal welfare) report will be marking its 10 year anniversary. The animal charity said its report is the “most comprehensive insight into pet wellbeing in the UK”, and the group is now encouraging vets, vet nurses and students to partake in the online…

28 January

Wigan Council launches ‘Paws and Pick It Up’ campaign

Wigan Council has announced the launch of a new campaign to encourage residents to pick up after their pets. The ‘Paws and Pick It Up’ campaign will aim to “crackdown on the small minority of dog owners who flout the law and spoil public spaces”, and the council will release…

28 January

Over 31,000 retailers report signs of ‘significant financial distress’

The number of retail businesses in “significant financial distress” grew to 31,615 in the fourth quarter of 2019, according to research by corporate restructuring firm Begbies Traynor. The firm also reported a 8% year-on-year increase in the number of online retailers facing financial distress. Begbies Traynor’s Red Flag Alert research,…

27 January

Pets Corner launches partnership with Leonard Cheshire

Pets Corner has announced its new partnership with disability charity Leonard Cheshire. As part of the collaboration, funding from Pets Corner will enable more young disabled people to take part in the charity’s ‘Can Do’ programme, where participants learn new skills to help build their confidence while also giving back…

27 January

Le Creuset launches new range of dog bowls

French cookware brand, Le Creuset, has launched a new range of colourful stoneware pet bowls. The new range is inspired by the brands cast-iron dishes. Pet owners can choose from two bowl sizes, in three colours which include cherise red, marseille blue and volcanic orange. The Le Creuset site said:…

27 January

Blue Cross hospital to undergo refurbishment

The Blue Cross animal hospital on Merton High Street has closed temporarily for refurbishment. The refurbishment work will reportedly improve the reception, dispensary and other public areas. It will also include the construction of a new operating theatre and exotics kennel. The charity said it hopes these changes will “improve…

27 January

RCVS to increase annual renewal fees

The Privy Council has approved a 7% rise to the current annual renewal fees charged by the RCVS. The approved fee rise will apply to the 2020-21 annual renewal fee for veterinary surgeons, including overseas-practising and non-practising veterinary surgeons and temporary registrants. These are due to be paid by 31…