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Cats Protection announces new head of campaigns
Madison Rogers.

Madison Rogers appointed for advocacy, campaigns and government relations.

Cats Protection has announced its new head of advocacy, campaigns and government relations as Madison Rogers.

A key member of the cat welfare charity since 2017, Madison was an essential part of the successful campaign to introduce compulsory microchipping of cats, a measure which the Government announced would be introduced in England.

Madison discussed the work Cats Protection does: “There are 10.8 million owned cats in the UK, with just over a quarter of all households owning one, and it is Cats Protection’s role to speak up for all of them.”

Helping to launch the organisation's Purrfect Landlords campaign, Madison has been an integral part of Cats Protections' current work, and is greatly passionate about its mission.

She continued: “We campaign on a large number of issues, from giving renters the right to own cats to banning snares and calling for licensing of air guns.

“As an animal-loving, modern society, it is important that animal welfare features highly on the political agenda.

“Over the past few years, we have seen a lot of encouraging developments, especially in relation to compulsory microchipping of pet cats, and we are inching closing to renters being given better rights over pet ownership.

“However, there is much more that can and should be done, and I’m looking forward to continuing our work with politicians and stakeholders on important issues affecting cats and the people who care for them.”

Alongside her Cats Protection role, Madison is an executive committee member of the Women in Public Affairs Network, which empowers women to apply for senior roles within the industry.

Outside of work, Madison looks after Moodles, a former Cats Protection rescue cat that she adopted, and is a Girl Guide leader.

 

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Vets launch new podcast for pet owners

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 Two independent vets have launched a podcast to help owners strengthen their bond with pets. Dr Maggie Roberts and Dr Vanessa Howie, who have worked in both veterinary practice and major charities, are keen to use their experience to enable people to give pets a better life.

The venture, called Vets Talking Pets, provides advice and information on a range of topics, including how to select a suitable pet, where to obtain them and how to get the best out of your vet. Maggie and Vanessa will also discuss sensitive subjects, including end-of-life care, raw food diets and the cost of veterinary care.

The podcast can be found on all the usual podcast sites, including Podbean, Apple, Amazon Music and YouTube. 

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RCVS Regional Question Time heads to Edinburgh

The RCVS is to bring its Regional Question Time (RQT) to Edinburgh for 2026.

The event will take place at Novotel Edinburgh Park in Edinburgh on Wednesday, 20 May 2026.

It will begin with supper and drinks at 6.30pm, with an evening programme from 7.30pm. This will start with an update on RCVS' activities, followed by questions and answers with representatives.

RCVS is encouraging an 'open dialogue', in which queries can be raised in a friendly, informal environment.

While discussions are expected to be audience-led, the RQT is expected address major issues including the VSA, the CMA's remedy package and the VN Vision project.

Tim Parkin, RCVS president, said: "It's an important time for the professions, and I'm looking forward to meeting colleagues in Scotland as we navigate this period of change together so we can come out stronger."

Tickets can be booked here.