- Who we are
- How we work
- News & views
- Registration
- Fellowship
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Lifelong learning
- Students
- Professional Development Phase (PDP)
- Continuing Professional Development (CPD)
- Postgraduate qualifications
- Professional accreditation
- RCVS Leadership Initiative
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Setting standards
- Practice Standards Scheme
- Advice & guidance
- Accrediting primary qualifications
- Riding Establishments
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Concerns
- Veterinary professionals: how to raise a concern
- Animal owners: how to raise a concern
- A concern has been raised about me
- Disciplinary Committee hearings
- Veterinary Client Mediation Service (VCMS)
Royal Charter and legislation
The RCVS is constituted by Royal Charter, carries out functions under an Act of Parliament and makes rules, regulations and bye-laws.
In this section you can find information on the Royal Charter and the legislation under which we operate.
Royal Charters and Bye-Laws
View the Royal Charters of 1844, 1967 and 2015, the College bye-laws, and rules made under Charter powers.
Government Legislation
View the Veterinary Surgeons Act 1966 and other government legislation which affects the College.
Regulations, rules and the election scheme
View regulations, rules and the election scheme made by the College under powers in the Veterinary Surgeons Act.