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New Chairman for British Horse Society
Image: horsetalk.co.nz
New Vice-Chairman also announced

The British Horse Society (BHS) has elected Lynn Petersen (pictured) as the new Chairman after her predecessor, Dr Phil Wadey, stepped down to devote more time to other projects. Ms Petersen has previously served as the Board Trustee with special responsibility for the BHS' modernisation programme, European Director for TIME magazine and Director of Sales, Marketing and Fundraising for The Outward Bound Trust (where she worked with His Royal Highness Prince Andrew in modernising the charity's management strategies).

Commenting, Ms Petersen said “Our volunteers and our members are at the centre of our work. The BHS is determined to serve professionals, owners, riders and enthusiasts with enhanced and relevant benefits for horse and rider. I am looking forward to serving as Chairman committed to developing a new chapter in the Society’s distinguished history.”


The BHS has also announced that Claire Aldridge, who has previously served as both a safety and welfare volunteer and as a Trustee for many years, has become a new Vice-Chairman. Carole Broad, also Vice-Chairman, will continue in her post.

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Annual submission deadline small pet animal exemptions

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 Companies marketing medicines for small pets exempt from authorisation must submit their annual return to the Veterinary Medicines Directorate (VMD) by 30 November 2026.

Submitting this annual return ensures continued compliance with regulatory requirements for products marketed without a full Marketing Authorisation. The exemption specifically applies to products intended for animals, cage birds, terrarium animals, small rodents, ferrets and rabbits.

For further details and submission guidelines, visit the gov.uk website.  

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BVA urges 'continued vigilance' over bluetongue

The British Veterinary Association (BVA) has urged vigilance following a concerning rise in Bluetongue (BTV) cases in sheep and cattle.

In a recent statement, the BVA noted that members are reporting more severe clinical signs and higher mortality rates than in previous years.

'We know that farm vets are working hard to support farmers and animals affected by this outbreak, during what is an extremely difficult time for all involved,' they stated. 'Continued vigilance to identify disease early is vital and vaccination remains the best way of protecting animals from this disease.'