Veterinary Council appoints new president 

The president and deputy president were appointed following an uncontested election by council members.

Rachel Brown is a veterinary practitioner in Moy Veterinary Clinic, a mixed practice serving companion animals and farm animals in Ballina, Co Mayo. Picture: Fennell Photography

The Veterinary Council of Ireland has appointed Rachel Brown as its new president. 

Kevin McConnell has been confirmed as deputy president of the council.