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BVNA retains ‘Silver’ environmental accreditation
The BVNA hopes to “lead by example” through reducing its environmental impact.
The award recognises the work done to reduce the BVNA’s environmental impact.

The British Veterinary Nursing Association (BVNA) has retained its ‘Silver’ accreditation from Investors in the Environment (iiE).

The ‘Silver’ award recognises organisations that are beginning to develop organisational change by analysing data, making improvements measured through performance tracking, and working towards wider sustainable development.

The BVNA has carried out a number of measures as part of its commitment to reduce its environmental impact.

The organisation has cut the number of onsite meetings, reducing the related carbon footprint by 35 per cent. It has also introduced a travel policy to encourage the use of more sustainable modes of transport, encouraged recycling at BVNA Congress, communicated positive environmental practices with the profession, and moved to digital alternatives where possible – including developing the digital offering of the Veterinary Nursing Journal.

Lyndsay Hughes, BVNA president, said: “We are delighted that BVNA has once again been recognised with ‘Silver’ iiE accreditation for our work to reduce our environmental impact.

“We have aimed to improve sustainability across all our activities since 2020, where we have seen a marked decrease in BVNA’s overall carbon footprint. As part of our 2023/2024 strategic plan, we are committed to continuing these efforts.

“I would like to thank BVNA office and accounts manager Angela Mariconda, who has been a driving force for change since BVNA started work towards our first iiE award. We hope to lead by example, to encourage other veterinary nurses and businesses to consider how they may reduce the environmental impact of veterinary workplaces.”

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Practices urged to audit neutering data

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 RCVS Knowledge has called on vet practices to audit their post-operative neutering outcomes.

It follows the release of the 2024 NASAN benchmarking report, which collates data from neutering procedures performed on dogs, cats and rabbits.

The benchmarking report enables practices in the UK and Ireland to compare their post-operative outcomes to the national average. This includes the rate of patients lost to follow-up, which in 2024 increased to 23 per cent.

Anyone from the practice can submit the data using a free template. The deadline for next report is February 2026.

Visit the RCVS Knowledge website to complete an audit. 

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UK's BSE risk status downgraded

The WOAH has downgraded the UK's international risk status for BSE to 'negligible'.

Defra says that the UK's improved risk status recognises the reputation for having the highest standards for biosecurity. It adds that it demonstrates decades of rigorous animal control.

Outbreaks of Bovine Spongiform Encephalopathy, also known as mad cow disease, have previously resulted in bans on Britain's beef exports.

The UK's new status could lead to expanded trade and better confidence in British beef.

Christine Middlemiss, the UK's chief veterinary officer, said: "WOAH's recognition of the UK as negligible risk for BSE is a significant milestone and is a testament to the UK's strong biosecurity measures and the hard work and vigilance of farmers and livestock keepers across the country who have all played their part in managing the spread of this disease.