Your data on MRCVSonline
The nature of the services provided by Vision Media means that we might obtain certain information about you.
Please read our Data Protection and Privacy Policy for details.

In addition, (with your consent) some parts of our website may store a 'cookie' in your browser for the purposes of
functionality or performance monitoring.
Click here to manage your settings.
If you would like to forward this story on to a friend, simply fill in the form below and click send.

Your friend's email:
Your email:
Your name:
 
 
Send Cancel
RSPCA online campaign to launch
New effort for Freedom Food labelling scheme

The Royal Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals' (RSPCA) Freedom Food labelling scheme will be expanding its online presence by launching a new online campaign to increase awareness amongst the general public about the Freedom Foods scheme and provide another source of education on animal welfare in a farming context.

Commenting, Freedom Food's Marketing Manager Liam Kurzeja said “The campaign is aimed at budget-conscious people who care about animals. The message we want to get across is that if you care about farm animal welfare, Freedom Food is the only label backed by the RSPCA. The Freedom Food logo means you can be sure that the food you are buying has come from animals reared on farms that have been inspected to the RSPCA’s higher welfare standards. But just because a product is higher welfare, it doesn’t always mean it costs a lot more. Freedom Food chicken can cost as little as 86p more than a standard chicken - that’s less than the price of a lottery ticket.”

A copy of the Freedom Food's Celebrity Recipe Collection eBook is available for download, along with more information about farm animal welfare and where Freedom Food labelled products can be bought, on the Freedom Food website.

Become a member or log in to add this story to your CPD history

Vets launch new podcast for pet owners

News Story 1
 Two independent vets have launched a podcast to help owners strengthen their bond with pets. Dr Maggie Roberts and Dr Vanessa Howie, who have worked in both veterinary practice and major charities, are keen to use their experience to enable people to give pets a better life.

The venture, called Vets Talking Pets, provides advice and information on a range of topics, including how to select a suitable pet, where to obtain them and how to get the best out of your vet. Maggie and Vanessa will also discuss sensitive subjects, including end-of-life care, raw food diets and the cost of veterinary care.

The podcast can be found on all the usual podcast sites, including Podbean, Apple, Amazon Music and YouTube. 

Click here for more...
News Shorts
RCVS Regional Question Time heads to Edinburgh

The RCVS is to bring its Regional Question Time (RQT) to Edinburgh for 2026.

The event will take place at Novotel Edinburgh Park in Edinburgh on Wednesday, 20 May 2026.

It will begin with supper and drinks at 6.30pm, with an evening programme from 7.30pm. This will start with an update on RCVS' activities, followed by questions and answers with representatives.

RCVS is encouraging an 'open dialogue', in which queries can be raised in a friendly, informal environment.

While discussions are expected to be audience-led, the RQT is expected address major issues including the VSA, the CMA's remedy package and the VN Vision project.

Tim Parkin, RCVS president, said: "It's an important time for the professions, and I'm looking forward to meeting colleagues in Scotland as we navigate this period of change together so we can come out stronger."

Tickets can be booked here.