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Concerns over KPIs in new TB testing contracts
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BVA president Sean Wensley said the association is working to ensure the right balance is struck.

DARD releases general terms of procurement contract
 
The general terms of a new TB testing contract in Northern Ireland were released last week at two supplier open days arranged by the Department of Agriculture and Rural Development (DARD).

Whilst the release of these terms has been "broadly welcomed" by BVA's Northern Ireland branch, incoming president Seamus O'Kane said: "Concerns were raised about the details of the KPIs."

The details of these concerns have not yet been shared, as the terms of the contract are not publicly available at this stage.

BVA president Sean Wensley said the association is working to ensure the right balance is struck.

"Our veterinary colleagues carrying out TB testing throughout the UK are engaged in work vital to animal health and welfare and to agricultural economies.

"We are working with administrations in every country to ensure the essential and expert work of veterinary surgeons is fully-recognised and that a balance is struck between proper remuneration for veterinary services, client choice, and certainty and ease in the administration of the service, including clarity in relation to KPIs."

The release of the full contract is expected on 1 March, 2016.

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FIVP announces third series of Practice Matters

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 The Federation of Independent Veterinary Practices (FIVP) has announced a third season of its podcast, Practice Matters.

Hosted by Ian Wolstenholme, series three will focus on the Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) investigation, including a discussion about some of the expected impacts on independent veterinary colleagues.

Episode one launches on 13th January with guests Drs David Reader and Scott Summers, who will draw on their research into the CMA investigation and provide insights into themes such as transparency, pricing and consumer trust.

Ian Wolstenholme said: "In its third series, we will try and hone in on what the changes will mean in reality for independent practices with advice and guidance on implementation and delivery, drawing on the experience of our own team and other experts in the profession. Hope you can join us soon!" 

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Survey seeks ruminant sector views on antimicrobial stewardship

A new survey is seeking views of people working in the UK ruminant sector on how to tackle the challenge of demonstrating responsible antibiotic stewardship.

Forming part of a wider, collaborative initiative, the results will help identify the types of data available so that challenges with data collection can be better understood and addressed.

Anyone working in the UK farming sector, including vets and farmers,is encouraged to complete the survey, which is available at app.onlinesurveys.jisc.ac.uk