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Animal Welfare Heroes Honoured at RSPCA Honours
From wildlife heroes and branch volunteers to an undercover reporter who infiltrated the world of organised dog fighting, the RSPCA Honours 2010 celebrate the extraordinary work of people dedicated to improving animal welfare.

The awards were presented at a special ceremony at the RSPCA’s headquarters in Southwater, Horsham, West Sussex.

Winners include:
  • Trevor Williams, The Fox Project, Pembury, Kent – Elsie MJ Evans Bronze Award
Trevor has dedicated 30 years of his life to the welfare of foxes and formed the Fox Project which now has four ambulance drivers, three admin staff, 100 volunteers and 40 satellite convalescence and rehabilitation sites
  • Reverend Professor Andrew Linzey, Oxford – Lord Erskine Silver Award
Andrew has pioneered a pro-animal attitude in the Church of England and organised a conference that focused on the links between cruelty to animals and violence to humans
  • Demi and Georgia Stevens, Bonymaen, Swansea – Charlotte Wright Award
Demi and Georgia volunteer at the RSPCA’s animal centre in Llys Nini, Wales. They feed and groom cats and help socialise them. They and their family also foster some of the cats until they have homes to go to
  • Steve Ibinson, Newtonabbey, Northern Ireland – Richard Martin Gold Award
The late Steve, an undercover reporter, was key to a hugely successful RSPCA Special Operations Unit operation. He spent 18 months infiltrating the horrific world of organised dog fighting, leading to the RSPCA’s successful prosecution of nine individuals, five of whom were sent to prison

RSPCA chief executive Mark Watts said: “The work carried out by the RSPCA could not be done without the goodwill of the nation and the dedication of the people here today. It’s vital we recognise them and celebrate their efforts and achievements.”

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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.