Leaders of the Trainetics programme use flight simulators at Heathrow in a programme that advocates claim could herald a major shift in the veterinary sector.

The wording of proposed changes to the college’s election regulations has been amended amid fears previously approved language “might inadvertently stray” into non-professional areas.

Changes at Stewart Vets in Dudley have doubled number of consult rooms, allowed for a dedicated area for nurse clinics and added two new operating theatres with cutting-edge equipment.

CPD Solutions announces first postgraduate certificate in March, which will be awarded by the University of Central Lancashire, home to the UK’s 11th vet school.

Dog Control Coalition, whose members include the BVA, has also voiced fears there is “no clear understanding” of just how many dogs could be affected by the forthcoming legislation.

A panel of experts will discuss research on the topic after a new survey revealed limited public awareness of possible non-surgical alternatives to the procedure.

Adam Tjolle described his new role as a “huge privilege” ahead of discussions on how to strengthen the sector at next week’s London Vet Show.

New BVA figures indicate that a little more than half of vets want stricter welfare rules on the use of animals in sport, while one in six believe at least some disciplines should be axed altogether.

Leading veterinary groups have joined forces to give evidence to the ongoing review of the sector.

Campaigners seeking tighter rules on the recording of euthanasia cases by vets and rescue organisations have warned thousands of dogs are potentially at risk from moves to outlaw the XL bully.

A Greater Manchester-based professional showed “exemplary” insight into her misconduct over the treatment of a cocker spaniel that died five days after a major operation, a disciplinary report said.

IVC Evidensia, which has targeted raising £100,000 for the charity, is exclusive sponsor of the project, which was unveiled as part of the event that attracted a top number of delegates.

The initiative has seen the use of the study in treatment pathways for otitis externa more than quadruple during the four-year programme.

Newly published analysis has revealed sales of the medication for food-producing animals fell substantially last year and are down nearly 60% since 2014.

The Dog Control Coalition has called for greater clarity about how owners who want to keep their pets can do so within the forthcoming new law.