GVS at London Vet Show

Government Veterinary Services (GVS) are attending this year's London Vet Show on 19-20 November at London's Excel. We are offering veterinary professionals the opportunity to learn more about careers in government and to discuss some of the key issues affecting them, or just answering curious questions.

This year GVS representatives are coming together from Defra, the Animal and Plant Health Agency (APHA), Veterinary Medicines Directorate (VMD), Food Standards Agency (FSA), Food Standards Scotland (FSS) and the Home Office’s (HO) Animals in Science Regulation Unit (ASRU).

Representatives will be available throughout the event to talk about the wide range of veterinary and veterinary-related roles that contribute to protecting animal health and welfare, supporting public health, facilitating trade, and helping to shape future policy. These roles span areas including disease prevention and control, veterinary medicines, food safety, research, scientific advice, policy development and international affairs.

Visitors to the stand will have the opportunity to meet colleagues working across government and learn how veterinary knowledge and expertise contribute to decision-making and the delivery of public services. Attendees will be able to explore the variety of career paths available and hear first-hand accounts of the different routes professionals have taken in government.

Alongside showcasing careers, the stand will provide a space for constructive discussion with government veterinary professionals on topics of importance to the sector. GVS recognises the value of engaging directly with veterinary professionals and other stakeholders and welcomes the opportunity to hear diverse perspectives from across the sector.

Delegates are invited to visit the GVS stand throughout the event to:

• Discover veterinary careers across government.
• Meet veterinary surgeons and non-veterinary professionals working in government roles.
• Learn about opportunities for students, early-career professionals and experienced practitioners.
• Discuss current challenges and emerging issues affecting the profession.
• Find out how veterinary expertise contributes to protecting animal health and welfare, public health and expands into One Health.

We look forward to meeting colleagues from across the veterinary sector and discussing how GVS contribute to delivering positive outcomes for animals, people and society.