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Government Veterinary Services supports public-sector veterinary professionals and promotes veterinary policy to other vets and the public. Government Veterinary Services is part of the Civil Service .
News and guidance on veterinary medicines issues affected by coronavirus (COVID-19).
The Agency carried out animal disease surveillance, diagnostic services and veterinary scientific research for government and commercial organisations. It was merged with Animal Health in 2011 to form the Animal Health and Veterinary Laboratories Agency.
Apply for an authorisation to manufacture authorised veterinary medicines and medicines marketed under the Exemptions for Small Pet Animals.
The CMA is investigating 8 completed acquisitions by Independent Vetcare Limited (IVC) of independent veterinary businesses.
Guidance on prescribing or supplying veterinary medicines including requirements for registration and inspection of premises.
How to apply for approval for a suitably qualified person (SQP) retailer premises to sell or supply animal medicines.
The CMA has today published its main concerns following an initial review into the veterinary sector.
The Veterinary Medicines Directorate (VMD) protects animal health, public health and the environment. VMD is an executive agency, sponsored by the Department for Environment, Food & Rural Affairs .
The enforcement policy sets out the general principles and approach taken by the Veterinary Medicines Directorate (VMD).
How to legally run a business that deals with the wholesale of animal medicines (veterinary medicinal products) and the WDA Register.
CMA’s initial investigation into Medivet’s purchase of multiple independent vet businesses highlights potential price and quality issues
What you need to do as a veterinarian after the transition period.
How to contact the VMD for specific services or enquiries.
Check the veterinary product information database to find out if a medicine is safe to use on your pet or has been removed from sale
The CMA investigated 17 completed acquisitions by Medivet Group Limited (Medivet) of independent veterinary businesses (listed below).
How to register veterinary practice premises for vets to be able to supply veterinary medicines and inspection issues.
Guidance and legislation covering pet welfare and animal cruelty.
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