News and Events

Rita Dingwall Business Development Manager (BDM) for FIVP, will be attending the conference run by the RCVS on 22nd November 2021. The conference will be looking into the challenges currently faced by students, vet schools and placement providers around the implementation of EMS. RCVS is inviting a number of stakeholders, including FIVP, to discuss new…

The RCVS has launched a press release this week, indicating that Remote Prescribing and consultations shall end on Sunday, 21st November. This is a sign of normality coming back after the pandemic and a relief for independent vets to bring clients and their animals back into the practice even for routine treatments. You can read…

FIVP will be be attending Nottingham Veterinary School Careers Event 2021 on Wednesday 10th February, to promote Independent Veterinary Practices. We can help new or soon to be graduates in finding their first clinical role, as well as offering support with the FIVP Graduate Programme. If you are a student and attending, please come and…

FIVP will be attending Bristol Veterinary School at the careers fair on Friday 7th February to promote independent veterinary practices. We can help new or soon-to-be graduates in finding their first clinical role, as well as sourcing EMS placements for undergraduates. If you are a student and attending, please come and visit our stand on…

FIVP is holding its very own symposium on Wednesday 2nd October 2019 in Northamptonshire. This event is dedicated to independent veterinary practices and creating a stronger network. Guest speakers include independent practice owners, supporters and sponsors of FIVP: Richard Weston, Jason and Kelly Freezer, Steven McGrath, and Stella Chapman. Our headline topics are: Keeping independents…

FIVP committee member Jason Freezer will be attending the Family Business Network conference in Lincolnshire on Thursday, 4 July 2019. As winner of the Best Small Family Business Award 2019, Jason will be speaking about important topics within the veterinary industry as well as FIVP and its aims. The event holds a varied line-up of…

FIVP member practice Bright Side Vets has scooped three top awards in the Midlands Family Business Awards 2018. Bright Side Vets was recognised as winner of Best Small Family Business and Highly Commended in Service Excellence and Highly Commended for the People’s Choice Award. To make the night even more special, the team also won…

We are pleased to announce a new partnership with Rudlings Wakelam, a Suffolk-based solicitor that will provide our members with legal support and assistance. This new collaboration reflects FIVP’s commitment to working with independent businesses and will further enhance our extensive range of member benefits and services. Founded on strong and long-lasting relationships with its…

Are you an experienced vet, or recent graduate and looking for your next career move? Then pop along to our stand at BSAVA Congress to find out how we can help. Our friendly team will be at stand 216a to explain all the benefits of working for an independent practice. We have numerous opportunities available…