RCVS Academy: supporting veterinary professionals with complaints and client communication
With increasing public attention on veterinary services - including the recently concluded investigation by the Competit...
Inspiring confidence in veterinary care
Our mission is to protect the public interest by ensuring animal health and welfare, and public health, are advanced through thriving, world-class veterinary professionals.
2026 Council election results announced
Three veterinary surgeons are set to join the RCVS Council in July, helping shape the College’s future direction.
RCVS office closed on Wednesday
Our office will be closed on Wednesday 29 April 2026, for team training.
During this time, please visit our Contact Us page to get in touch via email or our web form. We will respond as soon as possible once the office reopens.
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Who we are
The Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons protects the public interest by ensuring animal health and welfare, and public health, are advanced through thriving, world-class veterinary professions.
Our work spans setting professional standards, overseeing education and training, supporting veterinary careers, and shaping policy that safeguards animal and public health.