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New reforms mark biggest change in vet sector for 60 years

Gov to introduce statutory regulation for veterinary businesses, mandatory licensing of practices, enhanced inspections, and the creation of an independent veterinary ombudsman

Jane Thynne
Head of News and Business
clock 鈥� 2 min read
The new shake-up in veterinary care is the first for 60 years
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The new shake-up in veterinary care is the first for 60 years

The UK Government's newly published White Paper on reforming the Veterinary Surgeons Act (VSA) marks the biggest overhaul of veterinary regulation in more than 60 years. While much of the public attention...

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