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UK-Switzerland Regulatory Cooperation: Guidance on Veterinary Medicines Simultaneous Reviews published.

Importing, batch testing and batch release of veterinary medicines in GB
Open consultation
Proposals set out to update the Veterinary Medicines Regulations for batch testing and batch releasing of imported veterinary medicines, as they apply in GB.
Veterinary Products Committee members
News story
The Veterinary Products Committee (VPC) is looking to appoint new members.

Questions and answers from the focus sessions on the consultation on the proposed changes to the Veterinary Medicines Regulations.
How to complete and submit the turnover declaration form as the holder of a UK marketing authorisation.
European Commission announces three-year extension to the grace period for veterinary medicines
News story
Details of a of an extension to the grace period for veterinary medicines until 31/12/2025.

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The Veterinary Medicines Directorate (VMD) protects animal health, public health and the environment.
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- Importing, batch testing and batch release of veterinary medicines in GB
- Review of the Veterinary Medicines Regulations 2013
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- Veterinary Medicines Directorate annual report and accounts 2021 to 2022
- Veterinary Medicines Directorate Regulators’ Code
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