We produce a wide variety of publications, brief summaries of which are set out below, including their frequency and how you can obtain copies.
RCVS News
RCVS News is our official newsletter for veterinary surgeons and veterinary nurses, which we publish three times a year in March, June and November.
It contains latest news, articles on advice, education and events, features, guest columns, reports on disciplinary cases and updates from the RCVS Charitable Trust.
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RCVS News Extra
RCVS News Extra is a shorter version of RCVS News that normally focuses on a single issue.
It is published on an ad hoc basis inbetween the normal editions of RCVS News.
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RCVS Review
RCVS Review forms part one of our annual report. It presents a more personalised account of what we have been doing during the year and seeks to outline in more detail just a few of our major activities, through the eyes of those who have been directly involved.
It is published at the beginning of June and posted to all veterinary surgeons and veterinary nurses.
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RCVS Facts
RCVS Facts 2010 forms part two of our annual report. It provides facts and figures on everything from the number of UK veterinary students, through the distribution of veterinary surgeons and veterinary nurses across the country, to our summary accounts.
It is published at the beginning of June and is available to download/order from our publications section.
RCVS Day
RCVS Day is a relatively new publication; it contains the agenda for our Annual General Meeting and Awards Day, and the report from the previous year's AGM.
It is published at the beginning of June and posted to all veterinary surgeons and veterinary nurses.
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RCVS Register of Members
The RCVS Register of Members is required by the Veterinary Surgeons Act 1966 and represents a key reference work for the veterinary profession in the UK.
Not only does it provide a full alphabetical listing of RCVS members and fellows with their qualifications, but it also lists RCVS Honours and Awards, certificate and diploma holders, RCVS Recognised Specialists, along with lists of those employed in the veterinary schools and other organisations.
It is published annually in November and posted to all members of the RCVS.
Copies may be purchased by contacting the Publications Department on 020 7202 0762.
VN List and Register
This publication provides a full alphabetical listing of qualified veterinary nurses, including registered veterinary nurses (RVNs).
Nurses listed within this document are entitled under Schedule 3 to the Veterinary Surgeons Act 1966 to practise certain aspects of veterinary surgery under the direction of a registered veterinary surgeon.
Copies may be purchased by contacting the Publications Department on 020 7202 0762.
RCVS Directory of Practices
The RCVS Directory of Veterinary Practices aims to provide the most comprehensive listing of veterinary services in the UK.
A must for any organisation seeking to target specific veterinary audiences, the Directory lists veterinary practices by region and indicates each practice's main areas of activity, whether it offers any specialisms and whether it is accredited under the RCVS Practice Standards Scheme.
Please note this publication has been discontinued. The final edition was published in 2010 and copies of this edition may still be purchased by contacting the Publications Department on 020 7202 0762.
RCVS Guide to Professional Conduct (for veterinary surgeons)
The RCVS Guide to Professional Conduct (for veterinary surgeons) sets out the ethical code for members of the RCVS and contains advice about professional behaviour, but it does not prescribe rules.
The hard copy booklet is published biennially in February and posted to all veterinary surgeons; an update insert is printed and distributed every other year.
The online Guide and annexes are updated throughout the year, whenever RCVS Council approves new guidance or amendments to existing guidance.
Copies may be purchased by contacting the Publications Department on 020 7202 0762.
RCVS Guide to Professional Conduct (for veterinary nurses)
The RCVS Guide to Professional Conduct (for veterinary nurses) sets out the ethical code for all registered veterinary nurses (RVNs) and contains advice about professional behaviour, but it does not prescribe rules.
The hard copy booklet is published annually in February and posted to all RVNs.
Copies may be downloaded (for free) or ordered from our publications section.
Survey Reports
RCVS Surveys of the Veterinary Professions (previously 'Manpower Surveys' - first commissioned in 1998) examine the profile of the veterinary and veterinary nursing professions and anticipate future trends.
Copies may be downloaded (for free) or ordered from our publications section.