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Concerns reference information

This page contains links to useful information relating to the concerns process.

What am I required to disclose to the RCVS?

Guidance for vets and vet nurses on what you must disclose to the RCVS, what’s excluded, when to disclose, and consequences of not doing so.

Serious professional misconduct and negligence explained

Serious professional misconduct and negligence explained

Being a witness at a Disciplinary Committee hearing – Frequently Asked Questions

These FAQs have been prepared for witnesses called on behalf of the RCVS. 

Stage 1 Preliminary Investigation Committee (PIC)

Learn more about the decision-making process and potential outcomes of the RCVS Stage 1 Preliminary Investigation Committee (PIC). 
 

Stage 2 Preliminary Investigation Committee (PIC)

Learn more about the decision-making process and potential outcomes of the Stage 2 Preliminary Investigation Committee (PIC).

How to request a review of a decision

Find out how to request a review of a decision and what conditions must be met.

Illegal veterinary practice

If you believe that someone is working as a veterinary surgeon when not qualified to do so, or not registered with us, and you have evidence of this, we would like to hear from you.