The National SQP Awards are back and it’s time to plan your entry ahead of the Friday, July 25 deadline.
The National SQP Awards is a key feature on the sector calendar, which recognises those who have excelled in the animal health industry across the UK.
This year’s National SQP Awards – which are run in association with AMTRA and AHDA and supported by NOAH – will culminate in a gala awards ceremony and lunch in London on Friday, November 7.
Finalists will receive a pair of tickets to attend the ceremony, which will provide a unique opportunity for the whole industry to come together and celebrate the achievements of their colleagues and peers.
The event will feature a pre-lunch welcome reception. There will also be a celebrity host and an after party, which will be held close to the venue.
The awards are free to enter and there are 10 categories. The main award, National SQP of the Year, is once again sponsored by principal sponsor Boehringer Ingelheim Animal Health. The winner of this category will be chosen from the winners of the Companion Animal, Equine, Farm and Veterinary Practice of the Year categories.
The Categories
Companion Animal SQP of the Year – sponsored by Frontline
Equine SQP of the Year
Farm SQP of the Year – sponsored by Chanelle
Veterinary Practice SQP of the Year
Newly Qualified SQP of the Year
Outstanding Customer Service Award
Store of the Year
Store Manager of the Year
Lifetime Achievement Award
National SQP of the Year – sponsored by Boehringer Ingelheim Animal Health
Don’t delay, enter today
To enter the National SQP Awards 2025, visit www.nationalsqpawards.co.uk, where you will find details of the categories and criteria. The deadline for all entries is Friday, July 25.
Top tips to consider when entering the National SQP Awards 2025
Here are some tips that you might like to consider as you prepare your entry.
Plan ahead
Consider the awards criteria when planning your entry.
Start early
Give yourself plenty of time to prepare your entry. The entry deadline is Friday, July 26.
Invest in it
Producing a successful entry is time-consuming, so make sure you create time in your diary to make sure your entry is completed.
Keep it simple
Focus on what the judges are asking for in the judging criteria. Write in plain English and make sure the entry is succinct, clear and easy to understand.
Prove it
Demonstrate how you have achieved clear results for your customers. Back up your claims with testimonials.
Keep checking
Be sure to check your entry thoroughly before submitting. Sloppy spelling, grammar and typos may give the judges the impression that you have not put enough effort into the entry process. Ask a colleague to proofread your entry.
