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New RCVS Head of Legal Services/Registrar
Gordon Hockey appointed

The RCVS has announced that Gordon Hockey has been appointed Head of Legal Services/Registrar, to work alongside new Chief Executive and Secretary, Nick Stace.

A qualified barrister and pharmacist, Gordon has been at the RCVS for the last 14 years. He was previously Head of Professional Conduct and Assistant Registrar and has been filling the role of Acting Registrar since November 2011.

Both Mr Hockey's new role and that of Chief Executive and Secretary were newly created after the old post of Registrar Secretary was split in two. The appointment is subject to formal ratification at the November Council meeting.

Nick Stace, who commenced his role on Monday 3rd September, said “I am delighted that Gordon’s is my first appointment as Chief Executive, and I am grateful that he held the fort so well for the last nine months. I look forward to working with him to ensure that the RCVS is in the best shape possible to meet the needs of the public and the veterinary team.”

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FIVP launches CMA remedies survey

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 FIVP has shared a survey, inviting those working in independent practice to share their views on the CMA's proposed remedies.

The Impact Assessment will help inform the group's response to the CMA, as it prepares to submit further evidence to the Inquiry Group. FIVP will also be attending a hearing in November.

Data will be anonymised and used solely for FIVP's response to the CMA. The survey will close on Friday, 31 October 2025. 

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Free webinar explores congenital heart disease in dogs

A free webinar is to provide veterinary professionals, dog breeders and pet owners an new insights into congenital heart disease.

Chris Linney, a cardiology specialist and Veterinary Cardiovascular Society (VSC) member, will present the webinar from 7.00pm to 8.30pm on Wednesday, 12 November.

Dr Linney will explore the types, causes and clinical presentation of congenital heart conditions. This will include diagnostic approaches, treatment pathways and emerging research opportunities.

The session is the third to be organised by The Kennel Club, with the VCS, following an introductory webinar and a talk on acquired heart disease. Dr Linney's webinar consists of a one-hour presentation, followed by a 30-minute question and answer session.

Dr Linney said: "This webinar will be an opportunity to deepen understanding - not just of the diseases themselves, but of how breeders, vets and owners can work together to support affected dogs and improve outcomes for future generations."

Click here to register for the webinar.