The RSPCA Lincolnshire Mid and Lincoln Branch is a local branch of the RSPCA which, whilst under the umbrella of the national society, is a separately registered charity. We take in animals from the inspectors and members of the public, provide them with the care and veterinary attention they need, before helping them find loving homes. At 4pm on 21 March 2020, our three charity shops will close temporarily due to the increasing concerns surrounding COVID-19 and our need to endure our staff, volunteers and supporters are safe. As a local branch, which is separate to the national RSPCA, we do not receive any Government funding and rely on income raised through our three charity shops, events and kind donations to remain looking after the animals, and future animals, in our care. Without this steady income from our shops at this time, we simply cannot continue the work we do.