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Take a nap and raise money
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Just 25,000 lions remain in the wild in Africa.
Wildlife charity holds sleep themed fund raisers

The opportunity to raise funds for charity by having a leisurely, relaxing time doesn't come along that often but you can support the Born Free Foundation this week by taking part in their annual "Big Cat Nap".

Forget marathons, bike rides, sponsored walks and hikes, the international wildlife charity event encourages you to behave like a big cat - particularly a male lion that sleeps for up to 23 hours a day - and raise money by taking it easy.

Big Cat Nap week runs from Monday, June 30 to Sunday, July 6 and aims to highlight the plight of some of the world's most beautiful and endangered animals through a range of sleep-themed activities. You could choose to get sponsored for wearing pyjamas to work or school, raise cash by staying in bed or inviting friends over for a slumber party or if that's all too energetic you can take a sleepy pet selfie (human involvement optional) and share it via Facebook, Twitter or Instagram using #BigCatNap.

With big cat numbers plummeting - only 25,000 lions remain in the wild in Africa with an estimated 3,500 tigers living wild in their native India - work to save these iconic species is desperate and has reached critical levels.

All money raised through the Big Cap Nap will go directly to supporting Born Free's big cat projects, helping to protect threatened big cat species in the wild and assisting in the daily care of the charity's rescued animals.

Donating is easy - just text ZZZZ13 followed by the amount you would like to donate - £1, £5, £10, etc - to 70070. Born Free will receive 100 per cent of the donation and text messages are free on all networks. See http://www.justgiving.com/en/justtextgiving for more information or visit www.bornfree.org.uk/the-big-cat-nap.

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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.