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RSPCA appoints a new chair, signalling stronger animal‑welfare leadership

RSPCA announced a new chair in February 2026, pointing to continued prioritisation of animal welfare in the UK.

In February 2026, the RSPCA announced Professor Ian Jacobs as its new chair (new RSPCA chair (RSPCA)). Leadership changes matter across the European animal‑welfare landscape, as RSPCA often helps shape standards and collaboration.

For Nordic actors, this is a reminder of how important professional governance and clear ethical frameworks are in the pet sector.

Solvenor builds its processes on documentation, transparency, and respect. As animal‑welfare leadership strengthens, expectations for quality across every step rise as well.