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BVNA Congress Underway!
CQ Chocolate Fountain.
The 38th annual BVNA Congress continues today with hundreds of delegates streaming in.

Kettering has become the centre of the veterinary nursing world today, as hundreds of delegates attend the 38th annual congress of the BVNA.

Featuring a great range of lectures and an extensive exhibition of companies from all over the UK, this year's congress is offering a thorough CPD programme over three days for every veterinary nurse, from student to specialised nurses such as equine nurses to nurse educators.

The exhibition hall has over a hundred exhibitors, ranging from the BVNA's charity of the year, The Cinnamon Trust, to pets suppliers such as James Wellbeloved to services such as Central Veterinary Services.

Of particular popularity so far has been the Central Qualifications stand which has caused a riot during breaks when delegates have swarmed the chocolate fountain.

"It has been overwhelming!" said Jacqui Garrett, Director of CQ.

Today will see lectures, workshops and exhibition continuing, crowned by a 'Musical-Mania' ball in the evening.

BVNA Congress runs until Sunday 9th October at Kettering Conference Centre in Northamptonshire.

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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.