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A Lifetime Dedicated to Animals and People: Nigel Mason Retires After 40 Years

At the end of May, ADCH Member Margaret Green Animal Rescue said farewell to their CEO, Nigel Mason, as he prepares for his retirement after a career of more than 40 years in animal welfare. ADCH is honoured to share their farewell tribute to Nigel, highlighting his remarkable commitment to animals and his impact on the sector.

Posted: 02/06/2026

ADCH Celebrates Volunteers’ Week 2026!

ADCH is proud to be celebrating Volunteers’ Week 2026 – a chance to recognise and thank the thousands of volunteers who make our work, and the work of our members, possible. 

Posted: 01/06/2026

Woodgreen reveals scale of UK’s hidden pet welfare crisis, with millions of animals at risk as owners struggle in silence

Woodgreen Pets Charity has uncovered the true scale of a hidden pet welfare crisis across the UK, with new research revealing that owners are routinely going without essentials such as […]

Posted: 22/05/2026

ADCH Governance Committee Leadership Update

As part of ADCH’s ongoing commitment to strong governance, effective leadership and succession planning, the Board regularly reviews committee leadership and trustee composition to ensure continuity, experience and fresh perspectives across the organisation.

Posted: 18/05/2026

Together for Greater Impact – ADCH Conference 2026

Over two inspiring days, more than 600 people came together for a sold‑out ADCH Conference at the Telford International Centre, united by a shared commitment to improving the lives of animals and the people who care for them.

Posted: 08/05/2026

ADCH attends the launch of The Animal Charity Pharmacy at Battersea

We’re delighted to share that yesterday ADCH’s Chair, Giles Webber, Executive Director, Rebecca Cooper, and Standards and Operations Officer, Clare Radlett, attended the official launch of The Animal Charity Pharmacy […]

Posted: 20/03/2026

Licensing of Animal Rescue Organisations 

Recent media coverage has highlighted a number of investigations relating to individual animal rescue organisations in the UK. 

Posted: 18/03/2026

ADCH Conference 2026 Attendee List Scam Statement

It has come to our attention that ‘companies’ are contacting some of our Members and Event Supporters to offer them sale of attendee lists from ADCH Conference 2026.

Posted: 11/03/2026