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Murray wristband auctioned for animal charity
Duchess of Cornwall
HRH The Duchess of Cornwall meeting staff and a patient at the RVC's Beaumont Sainsbury Animal Hospital.

Duchess of Cornwall auctions wristband for Animal Care Trust

A wristband thrown by Andy Murray into the crowd at Wimbledon is being auctioned off to raise funds for the RVC's charity, the Animal Care Trust.

The wristband landed with HRH The Duchess of Cornwall after being caught by Chairman of the All England Lawn Tennis Club, Mr Philip Brook.

This year marks the 10th anniversary of Her Royal Highness's patronage of the charity and it was personally selected by Andy Murray as the beneficiary of the auction.

The autographed wristband comes with a certificate of authenticity from Mr Richard Lewis, chief executive of the All England Lawn Tennis Club, and a framed photograph of the moment it was thrown in Her Royal Highness's direction at Wimbledon.

Stephen May, deputy principal at the RVC, commented: "We are overwhelmed by the thoughtfulness of Her Royal Highness in creating this exciting opportunity and delighted that Andy Murray singled out The Animal Care Trust for particular notice."

The Duchess of Cornwall has donated the wristband to auction, giving keen tennis fans the unique chance to bid for it, as well as raise funds for the great work undertaken by the Animal Care Trust.

The auction is being held on ebay and so far has raised over £2,000. All of the proceeds will go to the Animal Care Trust. 

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RCVS announces 1CPD app update

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 The RCVS has announced a new version of its 1CPD mobile app, with enhanced features for veterinary surgeons and veterinary nurses to record their continuing professional development.

The mobile app includes a new 'what would you like to do?' shortcut for frequent tasks, a notification badge, and the ability to scan a QR code from the home screen to easily record an activity.

Users will be prompted to update the app from the App Store or Google Play the next time they log in. For more information, visit RCVS.org.uk 

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Nominations open for RCVS and VN Council elections

The nomination period for the 2026 RCVS Council and VN Council elections is now open, with three veterinary surgeon seats and two veterinary nurse seats available.

Prospective candidates can download an information pack and nomination form from the RCVS website. Individuals can nominate themselves for the elections, with the results to be announced in the spring.

Clare Paget, the recently appointed RCVS Registrar and elections returning officer, said: "If you want to play your part in influencing and moulding how the professions are regulated, and making key decisions on matters of great importance to your peers, the public and animal health and welfare, please consider standing for RCVS Council or VN Council next year."

Nominations close at 5pm on Saturday, 31 January 2026.