Back reform of ‘outdated’ veterinary legislation to support new Welsh graduate vets

Top of the agenda at the annual Welsh dinner was long overdue reform of the Veterinary Surgeons Act 1966 (VSA), with BVA President Rob Williams calling on Senedd Members and Welsh vets to support the UK Government’s new White Paper, Our vision for a thriving veterinary sector.  

Whilst congratulating the first cohort of graduates from Aberystwyth’s new Vet School, Rob set out how legislative reform would change how veterinary services are delivered in Wales and the critical role it would play in supporting the future veterinary workforce in the nation – urging everyone to get behind the plans.  

Rob also took the opportunity to highlight the importance of collaboration between the Welsh Government and the veterinary profession in Wales, particularly on issues such as biosecurity and disease prevention. Read Rob’s speech in full.  

A key part of the BVA community, the vets within our devolved branches contribute vital local knowledge and expertise to our campaigns and help us support our members in Wales and across the UK. 

Find out more about the work of our Welsh branch and how you can get involved.