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Closure of RCVS Awarding Body Confirmed
Last month's VN Council
RCVS Council meeting confirms closure of awarding body.

At the council meeting of the Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons yesterday, it was confirmed that the awarding body of the RCVS will be closed.

The proposal was made at the VN Council meeting on the 11th October that, pending agreement by the RCVS Council, the RCVS will cease to operate as an Awarding Body for veterinary nurse qualifications.

It is seen as a positive step by the RCVS to separate the regulatory side of its duties from that of a qualification provider. Separation of these functions is an Ofqual regulatory requirement to avoid conflicts of interest.

The RCVS Council meeting took place yesterday 3rd November 2011 in London, where it was confirmed that henceforth the RCVS awarding body for veterinary nursing qualifications will cease to exist.


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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.