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Well Done James!
Four-star three-day eventer and equine vet James Robinson. Photo by John Britter Photography.
For many equine enthusiasts, the Bank Holiday weekend was marked by Badminton Horse Trials. As well as the top five horse and rider combinations, congratulations must go to equine vet and four star three day eventer, James Robinson, who finished in sixth place.

James and his superb ride Comanche put in a consistent and solid performance across all the phases – dressage, cross country and show jumping – and finished in sixth position. It’s a huge achievement by any standard and James is in good company with some of the world’s top professional eventers but to achieve this whilst also enjoying a career as an equine vet is extremely impressive. During an interview with the BBC straight after his cross country ride, James was quick to acknowledge all those who support him and make his eventing career possible.

About this year's Badminton, James said: "Comanche was superb, another fabulous performance from a great horse at what I thought was one of the toughest Badminton courses that I've ridden. I thought the course design was very subtle and with more imagination than in previous years."

The Mitsubishi Motors Badminton Horse Trials 2010 was won by Australian Paul Tapner aboard Inonothing. In terms of Brits, Daisy Berkeley on Spring Along and Mary King riding Imperial Cavilier came is third and forth positions respectively. Second place went to German rider Andreas Dibowski aboard Euroridings Butts Leon.

If you missed the action but would like to catch up then check out Horse & Country TV.

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Applications open for MMI research grants

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 RCVS' Mind Matters Initiative (MMI) has launched round two of its veterinary mental health research grants.

Researchers have until 11.59pm on Wednesday, 28 May 2025 to apply for a grant for research which reflects MMI's 2025 focus areas.

Only one Impact Grant was awarded last year, and so this year there are two Discovery Grants and one Impact Grants available. Each Discovery Grant is worth £5,000 and the Impact Grant is worth £15,000.

For more information or to apply, email researchgrants@rcvs.org.uk to contact the MMI team.

 

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BBC Radio 4 documentary addresses corporate fees

BBC Radio 4's File on 4 Investigates has released a documentary exploring how corporate-owned veterinary practices may be inflating bills to increase profit.

Released on 15 April, 'What's Happening To Your Vet Bills?' revealed the policies which many corporate groups have in place to increase their profits. This included targets and upgrades which veterinary teams are tasked with meeting on a regular basis.

It also features Anrich Vets, an independently-owned practice based in Wigan. Following the case of Staffordshire terrier Benjy, who is diagnosed with a tumour, the documentary shares how the team were able to offer contextualised care and advice to make the procedure as affordable as possible for his owners.

The documentary can be heard on demand on BBC iPlayer.