Vet Class Notes Winter 2025

Posted on: 17 December 2025 in Community

Read the latest milestones, achievements, and updates from our veterinary alumni community, plus details on how to nominate veterinary graduates for the Alumni Awards 2026.

Class Notes

1980s

Robin Hargreaves (BVSc 1985)

After an impressive 39 years in primary care veterinary practice, including an estimated 2,700 nights on duty, Robin retired from clinical work in 2024. He and his wife Lorna, whom he met while at the School and has been married to for 37 years, now enjoy time with their two children and two grandchildren. A former President of the British Veterinary Association (2013–14), Robin continues to work part-time in telehealth for a Swedish pet insurance company. At home, he and Lorna are currently managing a small field as a wildlife refuge.

1990s

Caroline Murray (BVSc 1997)

Caroline continues her globe-spanning career, working across a mix of paid veterinary and charity roles with a wide range of species. Based in New Zealand, she is involved in civil defence and animal disaster preparedness, rescue and response. Most recently, she spent time as a Veterinary Officer in the Falkland Islands, undertaking James Herriot–style work across the main and outlying islands, inspecting international fishing vessels, supporting military working dogs, and monitoring seabirds (including penguins) during the avian influenza outbreak. She is currently enjoying a “career break” while working as a tour guide, radio presenter, and local newspaper journalist.

2010s

Katie Ford (BVSc 2012)

Katie has been awarded a Fellowship of the RCVS for Meritorious Contributions to the Veterinary Profession, a fantastic achievement recognising her impact and leadership in the field.

2020s

Hayley Bamford (BVSc 2025)

Hayley is thrilled to be starting her dream job as a small animal veterinary surgeon.

Community Updates

Congratulations to Rosemary Charnley (BVSc 2019), announced as one of the finalists for the BVA Young Vet of the Year Award 2025.

Congratulations to Dr John Tulloch (PhD 2019) on being awarded the Fellowship of the Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons for Meritorious Contributions to the Profession. This recognises his impact on the veterinary field and his continued commitment to advancing professional standards.

We are saddened to share the recent passing of three members of our community.

Dame Jane Goodall (Honorary Graduate 2007), remembered globally as a “true hero for the planet”.

Dr Elizabeth Leece (BVSc 1994), a deeply respected colleague and friend to many.

Dr Agnes Winter (BVSc 1965), one of our most esteemed professors and an international expert in sheep medicine. We will share her obituary when available, and it is expected that there will be a memorial service in the Spring. You may enjoy reading one of Agnes’s writings about life at Liverpool vet school or recent 60-year reunion.

Alumni Awards 2026

Nominations for the 2026 Alumni Awards are now open. This is your chance to celebrate Liverpool veterinary graduates making an extraordinary impact across the world.

Each year, the Alumni Awards celebrate the achievements of up to 20 outstanding graduates making an impact around the world. We especially welcome nominations for recent graduates (within the last ten years).

Nominate yourself or a fellow graduate by Friday 16 January 2026, 5pm (GMT).