Who we are

In this section you can find out more about the British Veterinary Association (BVA), who we are. This section includes details of the groups of people who are part of the BVA

The British Veterinary Association (BVA) was formed in 1952 from the National Veterinary Medical Association, formerly the National Veterinary Association, which dates back to 1882. Since then it has grown to be one of the leading veterinary membership associations in the world.

We currently have over 12,000 members and an annual turnover approaching £5 million.

BVA structure

Our structure includes directors, officers, divisions, a council, various groups and committees, members, and three directorates each with a specific role, but all working together to implement the Board’s strategic direction, they are

business operations
veterinary policy
publications

Management decisions are the responsibility of the Secretary General, Henrietta Alderman.

Also included in our structure are

BVA committee structure

Objectives and powers

Our objectives and powers are set out in our Memorandum and Articles of Association

Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons

It is important to distinguish between us and the profession’s governing body, the Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons (RCVS). The RCVS is a statutory body set up to administer the Veterinary Surgeons Act and is responsible for the registration, education and discipline of the profession.

More information on the RCVS