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13 August 2018 — Blog post
Reflecting on my first few months in post
UK Chief Veterinary Officer, Christine Middlemiss talks about what’s been getting her focus and what’s important to her after five months in post.
5 July 2018 — Blog post
How can you have a career plan when the job is so varied and challenging?
Iain Bell, APHA Veterinary Adviser, looks back at how his career has been shaped by the opportunities that life throws up.
28 June 2018 — News story
New Animal and Plant Health Agency Veterinary Director appointed
Andrew Soldan is appointed Veterinary Director at the Animal and Plant Health Agency (APHA).
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Government Veterinary Services supports public-sector veterinary professionals and promotes veterinary policy to other vets and the public.
Government Veterinary Services is part of the Civil Service.
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