"The Worshipful Company of Woolmen is one of the oldest of the Livery Companies of the City of London. Originally the body that oversaw woolpackers and wool merchants to ensure consistent standards for wool producers and wool merchants throughout the wool industry, it is now based on a charitable organisation that provides support for sheep farming, shearing, wool production and textiles and design in many different ways. The Company supports research into appropriate vetinerary procedures and practices; provides bursaries for students of wool, textile, design and other allied disciplines; and awards prizes and medals for sheep shearing at the major agricultural shows. Woolmen have a connection with the wool trade, a connection with the City or support the aims and objects of The Woolmen’s Company.”