The British Veterinary Association has opened the nominations for its 2026 Awards and is inviting veterinary professionals and the public to put names forward.  

The awards celebrate talented veterinary professionals who are going above and beyond for their patients and clients, supporting wellbeing and positive workplace culture, driving positive change across sustainability, delivering inspirational leadership and mentoring, and pushing the boundaries of veterinary science.

The winners will be announced at a special awards dinner at the Hilton Birmingham Metropole on Thursday 11 June 2026, as part of BVA Live. 

BVA President Dr Rob Williams MRCVS said: "Our new BVA Awards event is a fantastic opportunity to shine a light on our outstanding vets and veterinary teams.

"If you know an inspirational vet or vet team who always goes the extra mile, this is your chance to nominate them and give them the recognition they deserve.”

The Awards: 

• BVA Veterinary Mentor Award 
• BVA One Health and Sustainability Award
• BVA Veterinary Leader Award
• BVA Young Vet of the Year, supported by Zoetis
• BVA Wellbeing Awards
• BVA Outstanding Service Award
• BVA Advancement of Veterinary Science Award (Dalrymple-Champneys Cup and Medal)
• BVA Animal Health and Welfare Overseas Award (J. Trevor Blackburn Award)

The nomination deadline is 16 March 2026.

 https://www.bva.co.uk/membership/bva-awards-2026/

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