The Pembrokeshire TB Project, which brings together vets and farmers from across the county, has been named as a finalist for the prestigious BVA One Health and Sustainability Award 2026.

New for 2026 and presented in memory of BVA Past President Dr Simon Doherty, a champion of sustainability and One Health, this award celebrates veterinary-led initiatives that have driven increased awareness and action on these key issues.

The Pembrokeshire project was nominated for its work exploring new measures to tackle bovine TB in the area and for promoting collaboration between vets and farmers, empowering them to take the lead and make informed decisions on disease control.

Pembrokeshire Project’s Veterinary Director Brendan Griffin MVB MRCVS said: “We are truly honoured to be a finalist and for the acknowledgement. This is very much a team effort, with farmers and vets working side by side, taking a new approach in the fight against bTB.”

Dr Beverley Hopkins BVetMed CertVetEpiPH FHEA MRCVS, a Veterinary Research Associate at Centre of Excellence for Bovine TB at Aberystwyth University, added: “We are delighted to have been nominated and congratulate all other nominees. The Pembrokeshire Project is succeeding because farmers, vets and academia are working together for the benefit of the farming and veterinary communities in Pembrokeshire. This project has given control for TB back to farmers and vets and enabled them to feel like they are no longer alone in fighting this awful disease. "

The BVA Awards recognise inspirational vets from across the profession who: go above and beyond for their patients and clients; support wellbeing and positive workplace culture; drive positive change across sustainability; deliver inspirational leadership and mentoring; and push the boundaries of veterinary science.

Alongside the BVA Veterinary Leader Award, BVA has also unveiled the finalists of several other awards:

  • BVA Young Vet of the Year, supported by Zoetis
  • BVA Wellbeing Awards, supported by ManyPets
  • BVA Veterinary Mentor Award, supported by Hill’s Pet Nutrition; and
  • BVA Veterinary Leader Award, supported by Vetnique - YuMOVE Veterinary

The winners will be announced at the BVA Awards Dinner at the Hilton Birmingham Metropole on the first day of BVA Live - Thursday, June 11, 2026.