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New book celebrates Scottish livestock keepers
Livestock Keepers celebrates the strong bond between livestock and the people that keep them.

The project will support the charitable work of the Moredun Foundation and the RSABI.

The Moredun Foundation has announced the publication of a new coffee table book celebrating the bond between livestock and the people that keep them.

Livestock Keepers is the result of a Talking Science project by Moredun's Lee Innes and Beth Wells who visited farm businesses across Scotland to discover how they support rural populations and economies. 

With a foreword from HRH The Princess Royal, the farmers' stories are brought to life by Scottish photographer Kevin McCollum.

All proceeds from the sale will support the charitable work of the Moredun Foundation and the RSABI, which provides practical, emotional and financial support to all people involved in the Scottish Agricultural industry.

Lee Innes from the Moredun Foundation said: “We are delighted to have completed this very special book, inspired by some of the wonderful people we met during a science engagement project highlighting the key role of livestock in supporting a diverse range of thriving rural businesses. 

“Working together with Scottish photographer Kevin McCollum was very inspiring and he has produced some remarkable images that really bring the stories of our Livestock Keepers to life. We are very excited to be teaming up with RSABI to enable the proceeds from this book to go towards supporting farmers and I do hope that people enjoy the book.”


RSABI chair David Leggat added: “This is a wonderful publication which beautifully captures the spirit of stockmen and women in Scotland. One of the greatest strengths of agriculture in Scotland is the passion of the people who devote their lives to looking after livestock, and this commitment shines through in the pages of this stunning publication.”

The book is available at moredun.org.uk/shop

Image (C) Moredun Foundation.

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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.