New RCVS President to host upcoming Regional Question Times in Salisbury and London

This autumn, our new President Tim Parkin will be hosting two Regional Question Time (RQT) sessions. One takes place in Salisbury on Thursday 4 September, and the other in London on Wednesday 15 October.

Our RQTs provide you with the opportunity to learn about current and upcoming College projects and initiatives directly from the RCVS Officer team, Council members, and senior staff. There is also an opportunity for open dialogue, where any queries can be raised with us, in a friendly, informal environment.

Both events will begin with supper and drinks at 6.30pm, with the evening programme starting at 7.30pm with an update on our activities and then moving on to questions and answers with RCVS representatives.

Discussion topics on the evening will be audience-led but are likely to cover current important topics including workforce issues, the benefits of a new Veterinary Surgeons Act, extra-mural studies (EMS), governance reform, the impact of VetGDP, the Practice Standards Scheme (PSS), and the Competition and Markets Authority investigation.

RCVS President, Tim Parkin, said: “It’s an exciting time for me as I embark on my presidential year, and I’m truly looking forward to engaging with members of our wonderful professions about the issues that matter most to them.

“As I mentioned previously at Royal College Day, we’re currently facing some significant and ongoing challenges – from the CMA investigation and workforce issues, to the critical need for a new Veterinary Surgeons Act.

“Now more than ever, it's essential that we recognise the need for change and commit to engaging with one another in a clear, compassionate, and respectful way. Please do come and speak with us at either event – meaningful change cannot happen in silos; we must work together to make progress and your input is key.”

The Salisbury RQT will be held at Mercure Salisbury White Hart Hotel & Apartments, while the London session will be held in the dedicated members’ events space at our new offices at 1 Hardwick Street, Clerkenwell.

For more information on the autumn 2025 Regional Question Time sessions and to book your place, visit the Question Time event page.