What a lovely, lovely night at the Royal Geographical Society in London on the 18 October. Endless thanks to hosts David Shepherd Wildlife Foundation, Environmental Investigation Agency (and especially Debbie Banks who gave an amazing presentation of the increasing problems that tigers face today).

Thanks to Dr Kaicun Zhao who spoke with such conviction and intelligence about "healing without harm", and MC Mark Carwardine who gave a passionate presentation, speaking first hand about the terrible plight of rhino's, including one individual called Max, who has now joined the ranks of hundreds this year, slaughtered for his horn.

So many people to thank for the night, and who joined us all in supporting the end of bear and tiger farming too.

Over to Nicky in our UK office who has summed up a perfectly wonderful evening.