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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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FIVP launches CMA remedies survey

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 FIVP has shared a survey, inviting those working in independent practice to share their views on the CMA's proposed remedies.

The Impact Assessment will help inform the group's response to the CMA, as it prepares to submit further evidence to the Inquiry Group. FIVP will also be attending a hearing in November.

Data will be anonymised and used solely for FIVP's response to the CMA. The survey will close on Friday, 31 October 2025. 

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Free webinar explores congenital heart disease in dogs

A free webinar is to provide veterinary professionals, dog breeders and pet owners an new insights into congenital heart disease.

Chris Linney, a cardiology specialist and Veterinary Cardiovascular Society (VSC) member, will present the webinar from 7.00pm to 8.30pm on Wednesday, 12 November.

Dr Linney will explore the types, causes and clinical presentation of congenital heart conditions. This will include diagnostic approaches, treatment pathways and emerging research opportunities.

The session is the third to be organised by The Kennel Club, with the VCS, following an introductory webinar and a talk on acquired heart disease. Dr Linney's webinar consists of a one-hour presentation, followed by a 30-minute question and answer session.

Dr Linney said: "This webinar will be an opportunity to deepen understanding - not just of the diseases themselves, but of how breeders, vets and owners can work together to support affected dogs and improve outcomes for future generations."

Click here to register for the webinar.