The BVA has branded the current time-based approach “an anomaly”, but college officials say scrapping it would only benefit students with the “time, means and connections” to secure placements.

New veterinary science research projects will be supported through the new initiative, officials say.

The Purina Institute will host a session examining the issues around the use of supplements, and how to explain recommendations to clients, next week.

The BVNA is calling for the whole veterinary sector, as well as pet owners, to support the programme – which is focused on the theme of empowerment – during May.

A parliamentary committee has called for clarity on when the long-sought legislation will be put back on the political agenda.

More regular monthly subscriptions will help charity meet surging demand for its services, officials say.

New support materials are being offered to vets to help them encourage owners to use flea and tick treatments safely for both themselves and the planet.

Dechra is seeking the views of vets on how to treat and manage the equine disease to coincide with the annual Strangles Awareness Week, which takes place 1 to 7 May.

BVA leaders say more must be done to align the placement system with modern teaching, but the RCVS insists its reforms take a "balanced approach".

Staff at a Cumbrian practice have given their old textbooks to one of their colleagues to help students in her native Lithuania.

Vet and MP Neil Hudson, echoes calls by World Horse Welfare and other animal charities following talks with bosses on proposed new border control arrangements.

East of England Veterinary Specialists in Royston is the group’s latest acquisition in a deal that has “thrilled” bosses.

Hannah Davies becomes the organisation’s second appointed staff member and will lead the development of new sustainability support materials for the sector.

Officials estimate more than 300,000 meals have been provided so far, but are pleading for more producers to get involved.

Newly published policy says weeks-based requirements for training placements should be abolished.

If you’re looking for a new vet, don’t miss Vet Times Jobs’ ground-breaking event next week (27 April).

An RCVS panel has heard a German shepherd, which later died, was left alone for more than two hours following an emergency operation on Christmas Day 2020.

A new campaign, demanding an end to the controversial policy in England, has been launched by Badger Trust, as the dispute about its impact shows little sign of being settled.

Anna Threlfall has already exceeded her aim to raise £1,000 for Vetlife – even before she sets out on the 26-mile course this weekend.

Society leaders say Julie Eastham offers a “highly valuable” combination of nursing and management experience to inform their work.

The VSC has launched the project, which it hopes will address what it sees as the lack of available information about the cost of placements for businesses that welcome students.

Bosses say their move into premises shared with a major garden centre chain will help them to care for more pets going forward.

Some of the UK’s biggest veterinary companies have been told they need to make “swift changes” after huge disparities in pay between male and female staff.

Officials say the latest outbreaks in Powys and East Yorkshire highlight the need for bird keepers to maintain high biosecurity standards even after housing restrictions end next week.

Village Vet Hampstead says membership of the accreditation scheme will help its continuing development.

Regulators from the UK, Ireland, Australia and New Zealand took part in the inaugural meeting of a new international forum for governing bodies.