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As part of our pledge to provide our users with all the latest information relevant to UK veterinary employment, we have compiled a list of useful websites here.
Professional organisations:
| Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons - www.rcvs.org.uk |
| This is the official webpage of the Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons (RCVS). The RCVS is a statutory body set up to administer the Veterinary Surgeons Act and, as such, is responsible for the registration, education and discipline
of the profession. Membership is mandatory for veterinary surgeons who wish to practise in the UK. |
| Department of Environment, Food and Rural Affairs - www.defra.gov.uk |
| The Department of Environment, Food and Rural Affairs regulates British farming, marine and fishing issues, wildlife and countryside, animal
health/welfare, export and trades, the environment, the rural economy, food and drink, horticulture, plants and seeds, air and water. |
| British Veterinary Association - www.bva.co.uk |
| The British Veterinary Association (BVA) is the national representative body for the veterinary profession. The BVA is promoting the interests of its members and the animals under their care. It also offers a wide range of services to its members, including a free legal helpline and a Young Vet Network. |
| British Small Animal Veterinary Association - www.bsava.com |
| According to its mission statement the BSAVA exists to promote high life scientific and educational standards of small animal medicine and surgery in practice, teaching and research. This webpage is well worth visiting for every small animal veterinary surgeon. You'll find information about congresses, CPD courses, publications and more... |
| Society of Practising Veterinary Surgeons - www.spvs.org.uk |
| The Society provides advice and information to veterinary surgeons and others actively involved in the management of veterinary practices.
It concentrates primarily on matters of practice management and finance providing a source of information for both partners and assistants.
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| Vets4Africa - www.vets4africa.com |
| Connecting worldwide veterinary science professionals with South Africa. Specialising in veterinary programmes and internships for veterinary students, nurses and technicians. |
Visas:
| UKvisas - www.ukvisas.gov.uk |
| UKvisas is a joint Home Office and Foreign and Commonwealth Office Directorate which runs the UK's visa services through British Diplomatic missions overseas. This webpage tells you whether or not you need a visa to enter the UK and, if so, how to apply for one. |
Employment:
| UK Government Direct - www.direct.gov.uk |
| This webpage gives you access to a number of public services. It contains advice on obtaining a National Insurance number, driving in the UK on a foreign licence, council tax payments, buying or selling a vehicle, health services, museums, galleries, events and more! |
Journals:
| The Vet Record - www.vetrecord.co.uk |
| This veterinary scientific journal is published by the British Veterinary Association. BVA members receive it on a weekly basis. You can get a free copy online. |
| UK Vet - www.ukvet.co.uk |
| UK Vet comprises two
journals: Companion Animal (8 issues a year) and Livestock (7 issues a year). You can order free copies online. |
General:
| "Streetmap" - www.streetmap.co.uk |
| Allows you to locate an address in the UK if you know part of the address (eg street name or postcode), the Ordnance Survey grid reference (x,y) etc. |
Please note that, whilst these sites are regularly reviewed by our team, their content is not endorsed by us. We cannot guarantee the accuracy of facts presented on these sites and views expressed on these sites are not necessarily in agreement with those of VetRecruit Ltd.
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