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Young photographers invited to enter RSPCA competition
'Through the wild wood' by Brooke Haycock - commended in the 12-15 category in 2022.
Entries must be submitted by 15 August 2023.

The RSPCA has announced that its 2023 Young Photographer Awards is now open for entries.

There are ten categories in the competition:
  • Under 12 (taken with a camera)
  • 12–15 years (taken with a camera)
  • 16–18 years (taken with a camera)
  • Under 12 (taken on a mobile/device)
  • 12–15 years (taken on a mobile/device)
  • 16–18 years (taken on a mobile/device)
  • Pet Personalities
  • Pet Portraits
  • Small World
  • Portfolio
Entries will be judged by television presenter Chris Packham; wildlife photographer and presenter Rachel Bigsby; former competition winner-turned-professional photographer Catriona Parfitt; professional wildlife photographer and photographic guide Ellie Rothnie; and RSPCA photographers Andrew Forsyth and Emma Jacobs. 

The winners of each category, as well as the overall winner, will be revealed at an awards ceremony being held at the Tower of London in December 2023, hosted by Chris Packham.

Chris Packham said: “I am really excited about the launch of this year’s RSPCA Young Photographer Awards and I hope many young people will get outside and photograph their favourite animals or bugs for this fantastic competition. 

“As judges we’re never quite sure what we’ll see on judging day - and that is part of the beauty of this competition. We could see pictures of anything, from someone’s family dog, to a fox cub out in the wild or a bumble bee in mid-flight. 

“We find our young photographers always deliver. Being involved with this competition is one of the highlights of my year as I get so excited about the fact that kids are getting interested in animals and taking some great photos along the way.” 

The competition aims to be accessible to all, even those who don’t have access to a professional camera.

Andrew Forsyth said: “Every day young people are capturing great photos on their mobile devices, so it was really important for us to not exclude that creativity from the competition. We saw some great entries to the ‘Mobile Phone and Devices’ category last year - it really opens up the competition to such an exciting array of photography. We can’t wait to see what we get this year.”

Entries must be submitted before Tuesday, 15 August 2023. 

Image (C) Brooke Haycock / RSPCA Young Photographer Awards 2022

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Animal Medicines Amnesty returns this November

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 Veterinary practices are being urged to help owners safely dispose of any unused and expired pet medicines - not just antibiotics - during November's Animal Medicines Amnesty.

Organised by the Responsible Use of Medicines Alliance Companion Animal and Equine (RUMA CA&E), the initative is supported by a range of cross-sector organisations.

Practices are encouraged to use the campaign to engage the whole practice team and raise awareness of the safe disposal of medicines with clients. Learn how your practice can get involved at rumacae.org.uk 

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APHA launches free virtual work experience programme

The Animal and Plant Health Agency (APHA), in collaboration with Springpod, has launched a free virtual work experience programme, giving young people across the UK the chance to explore careers dedicated to protecting animal and plant health.

The on-demand programme offers a unique insight into career opportunities within APHA, showcasing how students can contribute to tackling some of the UK's most critical biosecurity and environmental challenges.

Designed for students aged 13 and over, the course includes more than 10 hours of engaging content featuring real-life industry insights, scenario-based challenges, and practical guidance on applying for jobs. To register for the course, visit the APHA website.