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Join us for the third webinar in the Raising the Bar series from Great Workplaces by BVA and ManyPets. This webinar, on 18 March at 19:30, will explore practical ways to make the most of development opportunities and career conversations, and how to take ownership of your progression rather than waiting for others to create it for you. Sign up at https://bit.ly/3MKToHe The Animal Welfare Foundation (AWF) has up to £80,000 to award to research projects this year and has launched a call for research bids. Funding is available for projects focusing on welfare in any animal species, although the work must be of relevance to veterinary and allied professionals in the UK. Projects must begin in 2026, cost under £40,000 and be between 12 and 36 months' duration. Bids open on 2 March 2026. Visit bva.co.uk/about-us/our-structure/animal-welfare-foundation/