AVA releases full response to Inquiry

The landmark Report of the Inquiry into Veterinary Workforce Shortages in NSW has received high praise from the AVA. In a formal response released today, the AVA indicated support for all the recommendations in the Inquiry Report and highlighted 20 recommendations for strong support.

If implemented, the Inquiry recommendations will see significant mental health support to the profession, financial support to students and production animal veterinarians, and an overhaul of the state’s veterinary legislation.

The AVA is particularly pleased to see acknowledgement of the significant amount of unpaid work that veterinarians do in the community. The Inquiry called for financial support to assist in covering these costs that are currently borne by veterinarians and veterinary businesses.

The AVA is now working with key stakeholders to encourage the NSW Government to accept and act on the report.

Read the full report here.