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Celebrating the Winners of the NEWC Strategic Goal Recognition Awards 2026

We are delighted to announce the winners of the National Equine Welfare Council's Strategic Goal Recognition Awards 2026. Presented at our Annual General Meeting on 17th September, the awards celebrate outstanding achievements by individuals, organisations and teams who are making a real difference to the lives of horses, ponies, donkeys and mules across the UK. […]
October 6, 2026
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Promoting equine welfare at Farrier Focus

The National Equine Welfare Council (NEWC) joined fellow equine welfare organisations at Farrier Focus in Warwickshire over the weekend, promoting the vital importance of good footcare and strengthening connections with professionals working across the equine sector. Held annually at Stoneleigh Park, Farrier Focus is an important event in the farriery and blacksmithing calendar. Organised by […]
October 2, 2026
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NEWC Welcomes Atticus Equine as an Associate

The National Equine Welfare Council (NEWC) is delighted to welcome Atticus Equine as a new Associate. Founded by Dr Imogen Burrows MRCVS, Veterinary Services Director, the independent equine veterinary and dentistry practice is based in East Sussex and provides welfare-led care from its Uckfield base. Imogen's clinical interests include promoting high standards of welfare and […]
October 1, 2026
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BEVA launches new Coping with Confinement Toolkit

NEWC member, the British Equine Veterinary Association (BEVA), has launched a new Coping with Confinement Toolkit, supporting equine veterinary professionals in managing the behavioural and welfare challenges associated with periods of confinement. Periods of confinement, including box rest, restricted grazing, treatment and rehabilitation, can present challenges for both equines and the people caring for them. […]
September 29, 2026
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UK equine welfare safety net at breaking point as rescue centres face rising demand and falling support

The National Equine Welfare Council (NEWC) is warning that the UK’s equine rescue, rehoming and sanctuary sector is under severe and growing pressure, with organisations reporting rising welfare demand, escalating costs, falling donations and limited space to take in equines in need. The findings come from a UK-wide survey of rescue centres, rehoming organisations and […]
September 22, 2026
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NEWC members collaborate on new feral pony education series

Three NEWC member organisations are collaborating on a new training series designed to help people understand the realities of taking on a feral or semi-handled pony. Led by the British Horse Society (BHS), the Feral Pony Education Series brings together the expertise of BHS, The Mare and Foal Sanctuary and The HUGS Foundation, alongside Dartmoor […]
September 3, 2026
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Understanding the WBGT Index and managing horses in hot weather

With periods of hot weather becoming increasingly common, assessing heat risk and supporting horses to remain safe and comfortable is a key welfare consideration. NEWC President Dr David Marlin, an equine physiologist with internationally recognised expertise in equine exercise physiology and thermoregulation, has shared guidance on the use of the Wet Bulb Globe Temperature (WBGT) […]
July 24, 2026
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Equine charities come together to tackle shared challenges 

Representatives from ten member organisations of the National Equine Welfare Council (NEWC) recently came together for an online workshop exploring how charities can continue to support equines in need amid increasing welfare pressures. The workshop was run by NEWC for its members and led by The Donkey Sanctuary, bringing together colleagues from across the sector […]
July 23, 2026
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Redwings Horse Sanctuary welcomes UK government fireworks public consultation

NEWC member Redwings Horse Sanctuary has welcomed the launch of the UK Government’s public consultation on proposals to strengthen fireworks regulations. Redwings, alongside other organisations including fellow NEWC member Blue Cross, the British Horse Society, the RSPCA and other members of the Fireworks Impact Coalition, has worked to raise awareness of the impact fireworks can […]
July 16, 2026
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NEWC Strategic Goal Recognition Awards 2026 – Nominations Open

The National Equine Welfare Council (NEWC) is inviting nominations for the NEWC Strategic Goal Recognition Awards 2026, celebrating the people, teams and partnerships making a positive difference for equine welfare. These awards recognise achievements that support NEWC's Strategic Goals, demonstrate positive impact and showcase good practice across the equine welfare sector. Whether recognising an innovative […]
July 15, 2026
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