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New president for Sheep Veterinary Society
David Wilson, MA BVMS DSHP MRCVS.

David Wilson has taken over the role.

The Sheep Veterinary Society has named David Wilson as president at its Autumn Conference (17-19 October).

Qualifying from Glasgow Veterinary School in 1994 following an MA in Zoology from Oxford University, David's background is in sheep and beef practice. He spent 10 years in the R(D)SVS Farm Animal Practice, and became a senior lecturer and Chair of the Farm Animal Exam Board.

David holds the RCVS Diploma in Sheep Health and Production, and he is an RCVS Recognised Specialist on the topic. Currently working as veterinary manager of the SRUC Health Schemes, David is the centre manager of the SRUC Disease Surveillance Centre in the Scottish Borders.

The outgoing president, Rebecca Mearns, becomes senior vice president, and Joe Henry will join the officials as junior vice president.

The Society, comprised of veterinary professionals, advisers and flock owners across the UK, Europe and the world, is a forum for education and discussion on sheep health and welfare. Many members of the Society and Committee are involved in organisations and schemes directly impacting the future of the industry.

 

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Applications open for MMI research grants

News Story 1
 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.