BVA supports UK Government’s legislative reform proposals but raises concerns about governance | British Veterinary Association

We've responded to Defra's consultation on reform of the #VeterinarySurgeonsAct on behalf of our members.

We support most of the proposals but have raised concerns about some, particularly around governance.

Read our response in full: www.bva.co.uk/bva-response-vsa/

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GUEST BLOG: Time for change: Defra’s consultation on reform of the Veterinary Surgeons Act Guest blog by Dr Elizabeth Mullineaux, Senior Vice President, British Veterinary Association As a veterinary graduate of the late 1980s, I’m almost the same age as the Veterinary Surgeons Act 1966 (VS...

"I've spent much of my working life seeing the #VeterinarySurgeonsAct trying to keep up with a quickly changing profession."

In this @DefraGovUK blog, our Sr. Vice President Liz Mullineaux urges vets to reply to the #VSAReform consultation by 25 March. vets.blog.gov.uk/2026/03/18/g...

Help shape the future of veterinary practice!

The #VeterinarySurgeonsAct is 60 years old and not fit for purpose. Share your views on Defra's #VSAReform consultation by 25 March: ow.ly/kAeo50Yrngw

Veterinary Surgeons Act reform: Live Q&A with Defra The UK Government has published proposals that could see major changes to veterinary legislation that will have a direct impact on the way vet teams work – in particular, how we are regulated and gove...

Have a question about the proposed #VeterinarySurgeonsAct Reform? Join us for a live Q&A with Defra tonight.

📅 Thursday 12 March
⏰ 8pm - 8.45pm
💻 Zoom
👉 Register here: ow.ly/kuEn50Yq5b4

#VSAReform

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📢 Have your say on the reform of the #VeterinarySurgeonsAct.

With two weeks to go, take the time to respond to the Defra consultation and help shape the future of our profession 👉 consult.defra.gov.uk/reform-of-th...

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Veterinary Surgeons Act reform: Live Q&A with Defra The UK Government has published proposals that could see major changes to veterinary legislation that will have a direct impact on the way vet teams work – in particular, how we are regulated and gove...

Have a question about the proposed #VeterinarySurgeonsAct Reform? Join us for a live Q&A with
@DefraGovUK this week-

📅 Thursday 12 March
⏰ 8pm - 8.45pm
💻 Zoom
👉 Register here: ow.ly/kuEn50Yq5b4

#VSAReform

Modernising the #VeterinarySurgeonsAct will improve transparency, fairness & sustainability in vet services, which is why BVA strongly supports the govt’s proposals for VSA reform.

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Join us for an interactive members-only webinar next Monday (16 February) to dive into the Government's proposals for reform of the #VeterinarySurgeonsAct and explore how it will impact the way vet teams work.

Register here👉 ow.ly/KBTm50Ya5Hc

BVA President calls on veterinary profession to stand together on reform of the Veterinary Surgeons Act The British Veterinary Association (BVA) President has urged veterinary professionals to stand together and engage with the UK Government’s consultation on reform of the Veterinary Surgeons Act 1966 a...

"These reforms will affect everyone in this room."

Speaking at our annual Westminster Dinner last night, BVA President @robthevet.bsky.social urged #TeamVet to stand together & engage with the Government's consultation on the #VeterinarySurgeonsAct reform.

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#TeamVet: Reform of the #VeterinarySurgeonsAct will have a significant impact on vets’ daily work and the service we provide clients.

Ensure your voice is heard by engaging with Defra's proposals. If you're a BVA member, email your views to policy@bva.co.uk.

For more, see: bva.co.uk/vsa

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"The laws that govern us are 60 years old and reflect a reality that doesn't exist any longer."

In his chat with @nickferrarilbc.bsky.social, BVA President @robthevet.bsky.social welcomed the Govt's proposals to reform the #VeterinarySurgeonsAct.

🔊 From 2.25.00
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BVA calls on vets to support reform of outdated veterinary legislation as Government launches proposals | British Veterinary Association

🚨After years of campaigning, the Govt. has launched a consultation to reform the outdated #VeterinarySurgeonsAct.

#TeamVet: Ensure your voice is heard & engage with Defra's proposals. If you're a BVA member, you can share your views with us via email (policy@bva.co.uk)
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9 out of 10 vets want practices regulated | British Veterinary Association

9 in 10 vets agree with the @cmagovuk.bsky.social position that vet practices should be regulated.

Join us at #BVACongress at London Vet Show for a hot topic session on what the reform of the #VeterinarySurgeonsAct could look like.

Find out more- ow.ly/GKUi50Xn2On

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Our third and final webinar exploring #VeterinarySurgeonsAct reform will take place on Thursday 30 October.

Join @robthevet.bsky.social, Liz Mullineaux and Tim Parkin for a discussion and a chance to pose your questions.

Register here 👉 mybva.bva.co.uk/ems-event-ca...

Calls for Northern Ireland vets to unite behind regulatory reform as Competition watchdog backs regulation of practices | British Veterinary Association

"For change to succeed, we need the whole profession to be united."

At the BVA Northern Ireland Dinner in Stormont last night, BVA President @robthevet.bsky.social called on #TeamVet to unite behind much-needed reform of the #VeterinarySurgeonsAct.

Read more 👇
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Our second 'Reforming the #VeterinarySurgeonsAct' webinar takes place at 7pm tomorrow, 30 September.

Register here to join 👉 ow.ly/FLfw50WVTWv

Hear directly from Defra at the next session in our 'Reforming the #VeterinarySurgeonsAct' webinar series.

🕖 7pm
📅 Tuesday 30 September
🔗 Register here 👉 ow.ly/FLfw50WVTWv

BVA Congress to explore implications of the Competition and Markets Authority investigation The programme for BVA’s 2025 Congress at London Vet Show has been unveiled, with veterinary professionals invited to join sessions exploring the potential outcomes and impact of the Competition and Ma...

The programme for #BVACongress at London Vet Show is out!

Join us for sessions exploring the potential outcomes & impact of the CMA review, #VeterinarySurgeonsAct reform, artificial intelligence in farm veterinary work, and more.

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Big changes are coming.

From the CMA investigation to the reform of the #VeterinarySurgeonsAct, we’re working hard on the issues shaping our profession.

Not a BVA member? Join our mailing list to stay up to date with our news, campaigns & lobbying 👉 mybva.bva.co.uk/sign-up-for-...

The UK #VeterinarySurgeonsAct dates back to 1966 and is no longer fit for purpose. This is your opportunity to get informed and influence what new legislation could look like.

Join us at 7pm, Wednesday 3 September for the first in a three-part webinar series.

To register 👉 ow.ly/bkws50WILkB

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BVA President Dr Elizabeth Mullineaux spoke to @bbc5live.bsky.social about the professionalism, dedication & highly skilled care vet teams deliver on a daily basis. She also restated our calls for practice regulation & overhaul of #VeterinarySurgeonsAct.

From 02:40:00 www.bbc.co.uk/sounds/play/...

BVA welcomes Government commitment to reform of the Veterinary Surgeons Act BVA president calls for action on lack of practice regulation that leaves individual vets accountable for business decisions ‘outside their control’.

Addressing MPs and peers at our annual Westminster Dinner last night, BVA President Liz Mullineaux welcomed the Government’s commitment to reforming the outdated #VeterinarySurgeonsAct.

Read her full speech.
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