The Board of Directors Ltd have appointed Joint Patrons for the Society following the passing of the previous Patron, Cecily Cornish. The Board wishes to thank Ron and Val Males for accepting this office. Ron and Val are well known to members of the Society. They have been tireless supporters of the Society for over 50 years breeding under their Ralvon prefix and introducing many members to the Arabian breed. Val was a member of the Board of Directors for many years, they are both Honorary Life Members of the Society and have been honoured by the Queen for their services to the equine industry.