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CEO has big plans for RCVS
Promises a Royal College 'to be proud of'

New CEO of the Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons (RCVS), Nick Stace, has spoken of his intentions to drive reform at the Royal College to make it an organisation "we can all be proud of."

Speaking ahead of the RCVS council meeting held last Thursday [1st November], Mr Stace told the veterinary press that the RCVS is 'under-confident' and unclear about its 'mission in life' but that he has "the impression there is an appetite for change and I am confident I can carry out that change, especially after a very difficult time faced by the college."

Mr Stace outlined six main themes for the future, including better relationships between college staff and council, abetter connection with the profession and the public, and a move away from the current IT system.

He said: “I will be in the driving seat of reform for this organisation and I want you to please help me with that in every way you can. When I get it wrong please tell me so I have the opportunity to get it right.



“I want this organisation to be one we can all be proud of - one that’s on the front and not the back foot and promoting the interests of the profession in everything we do.”

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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.