CAT owners in receipt of benefits can have their pets neutered for free this month under a new scheme.

The Swindon branch of Cats Protection is offering the service for any cat over the age of six months during March.

To qualify the owner needs to be receiving benefit such as state pension, income support, unemployment benefit or family credit.

Authorisation forms for the service are available from participating vets within the Swindon area.

Proof of benefit will be required.

For more information call 01793 644536.