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TOWIE stars step out for Guide Dogs
Mother-daughter combo head up Go Walkies

A mother and daughter starring in the reality TV show The Only Way is Essex (TOWIE) have paired up with Guide Dogs to become the face of Go Walkies events.

Debbie Douglas and daughter Lydia Bright were inspired to join the charity after a chance meeting with a local guide dog trainer.

Go Walkies is a series of events in which dogs are sponsored to take part in a dog walk, becoming mini-fundraisers for Guide Dogs.

The charity hopes to beat the Guinness World Record for the largest sponsored dog walk through these events.

Commenting on her new role as celebrity ambassador for Guide Dogs, Lydia said: "I love dogs and I love people so what's not to love about Guide Dogs and the amazing work they do…

"Mum and I are so excited about our new roles as ambassadors, we can't wait to get involved and start meeting people at Go Walkies events!"

Image: Debbie Douglas and Lydia Bright, Guide Dogs

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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.