The Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons (RCVS) has launched its Surveys of the Professions, a significant and detailed study of the veterinary sector in the UK.
The two surveys, for veterinary surgeons and veterinary nurses respectively, ask the professions a wide variety of questions, ranging from daily professional activities, to career goals, to levels of mental and physical health. They are confidential and anonymous.
The insights gained from the surveys will be used to inform the strategic direction of the RCVS in the future, as well as individual policies. The survey findings will also be utilised by other organisations, such as the Department for Environment, Food & Rural Affairs (Defra), its agencies and other veterinary bodies and stakeholders.
The RCVS sent emails containing links to the relevant survey to all veterinary surgeons and veterinary nurses on Monday 8 January 2024. The deadline to complete the survey is on or before Friday 16 February 2024.