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RAWF Concerned about Financial Pressures
The Rabbit Welfare Association and Fund (RWAF) has expressed concern about the knock-on effect of thousands of retrospective tax bills soon to be landing on the doormats of UK tax payers.

With approximately 2 million pet rabbits in the UK, the RWAF fears that the extra financial pressure will increase the number of pet owners giving up their rabbits. Many unwanted rabbits will find their way into rescue centres but some will be abandoned into the wild.

The charity is also worried about the number of rabbits being released into the wild and would like to draw pet owners’ attention to the fact this would almost certainly result in the rabbit’s death. The charity strongly advises pet owners to take their responsibilities towards their pets seriously and do everything they can to provide a suitable environment. If, as a last resort, they are unable to keep the rabbits then they must take all possible steps to rehome their rabbit with someone known to be responsible, and never abandon their rabbit into the wild.

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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.