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SEVC Offers Opportunities for VNs
Organisers of the Southern European Veterinary Conference (SEVC) say it will offer UK vet nurses a unique perspective on the latest thinking in their profession at an international level. 

Featuring lectures from leading veterinary nurses both from Spain and the UK and with delegates drawn from around the world, the event will also provide an opportunity for vet nurses in all areas of small animal practice to share experiences, gain hands-on practical experience and learn about emerging treatments in other countries.

The SEVC’s International Nursing programme has been developed by Lead Chair Sol Indurain, a Spanish veterinary nurse who qualified in the UK 18 years ago and who was Regional Coordinator for the BVNA in East Anglia in 2009.  A past lecturer at the College of Animal Welfare, Sol now lectures part-time on Animal Science at Otley College in East Anglia and works as a locum nurse at, amongst other places, an ophthalmic referral centre in Cambridge.  She will lecture on barrier nursing and the ophthalmic surgical patient at the SEVC.

Commenting on programme, Sol Indurain said:  “Across Europe we’re seeing an opening up of veterinary nursing training and, through projects such as the Pan European Practical Assessment System for Veterinary Nurses, there’s also a greater emphasis on sharing knowledge and best practice across countries. The SEVC provides a great opportunity for UK vet nurses to learn more about nursing in other countries, to build contacts and to find out more about the range of international projects available for them to get involved in.”

The SEVC will take place in Barcelona between 30 September and 3 October 2010 with all lectures given in English and Spanish. Further information can be found here

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RCVS announces 1CPD app update

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 The RCVS has announced a new version of its 1CPD mobile app, with enhanced features for veterinary surgeons and veterinary nurses to record their continuing professional development.

The mobile app includes a new 'what would you like to do?' shortcut for frequent tasks, a notification badge, and the ability to scan a QR code from the home screen to easily record an activity.

Users will be prompted to update the app from the App Store or Google Play the next time they log in. For more information, visit RCVS.org.uk 

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Nominations open for RCVS and VN Council elections

The nomination period for the 2026 RCVS Council and VN Council elections is now open, with three veterinary surgeon seats and two veterinary nurse seats available.

Prospective candidates can download an information pack and nomination form from the RCVS website. Individuals can nominate themselves for the elections, with the results to be announced in the spring.

Clare Paget, the recently appointed RCVS Registrar and elections returning officer, said: "If you want to play your part in influencing and moulding how the professions are regulated, and making key decisions on matters of great importance to your peers, the public and animal health and welfare, please consider standing for RCVS Council or VN Council next year."

Nominations close at 5pm on Saturday, 31 January 2026.