Trade Organisations
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Aug- 2019 -12 August
Committee reprimands Midlands vet for alcohol-related incidents
The Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons (RCVS) Disciplinary Committee has issued a reprimand and warning about future conduct to a Midlands vet for “serious professional misconduct” in relation to drink driving convictions and being under the influence of alcohol whilst on duty as a veterinary surgeon. The hearing for Dr…
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Jul- 2019 -12 July
RCVS showcases veterinary leaders at Royal College Day 2019
Royal College Veterinary Surgeons (RCVS) showcased 12 veterinary leaders at its annual Royal College day. The speakers were based in a variety of roles, disciplines, and career stages, and spoke as part of regulators leadership initiative, which aims to develop everyday leadership skills. The initiative was launched in April 2018…
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9 July
PIF moves to new premises after 25 years
The Pet Industry Federation (PIF) is today (Tuesday 9 July) moving into new premises in Olney, Buckinghamshire, after nearly 25 years of occupying its existing office in Bedford. Since its rebranding and emergence as a distinct trade association in 2014, following its split from the Pet Care Trust, its membership…
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9 July
PFMA meets with MPs to discuss pet obesity
The Pet Food Manufacturers’ Association (PFMA) recently held an event at the House of Commons to raise awareness for pet obesity and launch the third edition of its Pet Obesity Report. Guests at the event included representatives from Pets As Therapy (PAT), Therapaws and Hounds for Heroes who provides dogs…
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9 July
VN Futures board appoints new chair
The VN Futures board, which oversees and sets priorities for the VN Futures initiative, met for the fourth time, in June, at the Kennel Club’s main offices in London to discuss the continuing delivery of the project. Discussions at the meeting on 19 June included a review of the first…
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8 July
RCVS Fellowship governance structure changes
The Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons (RCVS) Fellowship scheme, which was relaunched with new routes to entry in 2016, is making significant changes to its governance structure, including the composition of the Fellowship Board and a new process for electing certain board members. The decision to create an expanded Fellowship…
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Jun- 2019 -25 June
European pet food industry CEOs discuss future trends
At its June 2019 annual general meeting (AGM) in Prague, the European Pet Food Federation (FEDIAF) held an inaugural meeting of its CEO Forum bringing together industry leaders to discuss and agree priorities with the aim of future proofing the industry. The session was moderated by Andreas Steinle of the…
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20 June
New pet zone in China offers opportunities to PIF members
An agreement between the Pet Industry Federation’s (PIF) Chinese export partner, Best for Pets Supply Chain Co. Ltd, and the Chinese provincial government of Jilin, is expected to open exclusive export opportunities for PIF members who are looking to introduce their brand to the Chinese pet market. The agreement, signed…
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18 June
RCVS Council agrees changes to CPD requirement policy
At the June meeting of the Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons (RCVS) Council, members agreed upon changes to the college’s policies on continuing professional development (CPD), including the hourly requirement and the processes for recording learning and development. The paper had been brought forward by the RCVS Education Committee, and…
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18 June
Jamie Brannan of Zoetis, re-elected as NOAH Chair
Jamie Brannan has been re-elected as the chair of the National Office of Animal Health (NOAH) for the second successive year, following its AGM in London earlier this month (June). Brannan, has been senior vice president and Cluster Lead UK, Ireland and Nordics at animal health company Zoetis. He has…
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