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New Chairman for British Horse Society
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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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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.