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AHVLA announce new chief executive
Chris Hadkiss takes up post in the new year

The Animal Health and Veterinary Laboratories Agency (AHVLA) has announced the appointment of a new chief executive who will begin on January 7, 2013.

Chris Hadkiss, previously executive director at the Forensic Science Service (FSS), will become part of the AHVLA team, welcomed by the 2,500 members of staff.

At his previous post, Hadkiss was responsible for all aspects of operational and commercial activity of forensic operations within the UK and overseas. Hadkiss has a long and distinguished career in forensic science, having started as an assistant scientist at the Metropolitan Police laboratory in 1979.

In 2003 he was appointed general manager of FSS’s London site, and subsequently regional general manager, with responsibility for the south of England. He became director of operations in 2007 and was appointed to the board as executive director in January 2008.

Commenting on his new role, Hadkiss said: “I look forward to leading AHVLA and working with our stakeholders and partners to support a healthy and sustainable food and farming industry across Great Britain, and safeguard society from animal disease threats.”

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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.