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Veterinary Management Goup names new president
Georgina Hills RVN.
Georgina Hills RVN will take over the role from Richard Casey. 

The Veterinary Management Group (VMG) has announced Georgina Hills RVN as its new president.
 
Georgina takes over from Richard Casey, who is stepping down as president of the association after two years in the role.

Currently practice director for Irby and Neston Vets in Cheshire, Georgina has held several veterinary management roles, including head nurse, business support manager and regional operations manager.

During her presidency, Georgina aims to extend the association's support to veterinary leaders and is keen to explore collaboration with colleagues in other countries.

Georgina said: “Becoming a manager or leader has an impact on the individual, but has an even stronger impact on the work and day-to-day experience of those around them. These roles, therefore, bring with them a great responsibility to do them well. For some, this responsibility can cause additional stress and concern.

“We know from our members that the support, teaching, coaching and other resources that the VMG offers are making a positive difference and I’m particularly excited to take on the presidency following the recent launch of our Certificate of Veterinary Leadership & Management, an accredited taught qualification. I believe rigorous qualifications are the most effective way to create the 21st-century leaders and managers the veterinary sector needs.”

She continued: “During my presidency, I will continue to focus on extending the range of support and help we offer to leaders and managers. I’m also keen to explore how we can collaborate with colleagues in other countries, following our successful partnership with the Veterinary Business Academy of Romania.”

Georgina will be supported by Richard Casey, who becomes senior vice president of the association, and Stuart Saunders, practice manager at Selworthy Vets, who becomes junior vice president.

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Equine Disease Surveillance report released for Q4 2025

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 The latest Equine Disease Surveillance report has been released, with details on equine disease from Q4 of 2025.

The report, produced by Equine Infectious Disease Surveillance, includes advice on rule changes for equine influenza vaccination.

Statistics and maps detail recent outbreaks of equine herpes virus, equine influenza, equine strangles and equine grass sickness. A series of laboratory reports provides data on virology, bacteriology, parasitology and toxicosis.

This issue also features a case study of orthoflavivus-associated neurological disease in a horse in the UK. 

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RCVS annual renewal fee for vets due

RCVS' annual renewal fee for veterinary surgeons is now due. Vets must pay their renewal fee before Wednesday, 1 April 2026.

This year's standard annual fee has increased to 431 from last year's 418. This is an approximately three per cent increase, as approved by RCVS Council and the Privy Council.

Tshidi Gardner, RCVS treasurer, said: "The small fee increase will be used to help deliver both our everyday activities and our new ambitious Strategic Plan, which includes aims such as achieving new legislation, reviewing the Codes of Professional Conduct and supporting guidance, and continuing to support the professions through activities such as the Mind Matters Initiative, RCVS Academy and career development."

A full breakdown of the new fees is on the RCVS website. Information about tax relief is available on the UK government website.