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Reported problems with the supply of an animal medicine and the date when the issue is expected to be resolved.
The Veterinary Medicines Directorate (VMD) protects animal health, public health and the environment.
How to register veterinary practice premises for vets to be able to supply veterinary medicines and inspection issues.
Applicants must obtain a submission slot in advance of submitting selected National Pharmaceutical MA applications.
How to report suspected illegal activity and how we will deal with these reports.
Check if an online retailer that sells pet medicines is on the Veterinary Medicines Directorate’s accredited internet retailer scheme (AIRS)
Seeking views on changes to the law on veterinary medicines.
The third publication of the One Health Report brings together antibiotic resistance and consumption data from humans, animals, food, and the environment.
Requirement to analyse samples from food producing animals for residues of veterinary medicines and prohibited substances.
This strategy sets out Defra’s equality, diversity and inclusion priorities from 2020 to 2024.
How to apply for approval for a suitably qualified person (SQP) retailer premises to sell or supply animal medicines.
Apply to manufacture Extemporaneous preparations, Autogenous vaccines, authorisations for Equine Stem Cell Centre (ESCCA) or Non-Food Animal Blood Bank (NFABBA).
Guidance for the pharmaceutical industry on how to apply for an authorisation to place a veterinary medicine on the UK market or part of, or to expire one.
Guidance on medicines for food and non-food horses and record keeping requirements including the horse passport.
Definitive fees charged for applications under Schedule 7 of the Veterinary Medicines Regulations 2013.
All national applications will be processed on one of six timetables that vary in length depending on the complexity and nature of the application under assessment.
A collection of prosecutions, police cautions and enforcement notices involving illegal activity with animal medicines in the last year.
Apply for an authorisation to manufacture authorised veterinary medicines and medicines marketed under the Exemptions for Small Pet Animals.
Our biennial satisfaction survey for MAHs, Manufacturers, and Wholesale Dealers launches on 29 January 2024.
Legal requirements and good practice guidance for Veterinary Practice Premises Inspections.
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