Competition and Markets Authority measures for vet businesses: Get ready, get compliant.
From autumn 2026,Ìýnew measures impactingÌýboth companion animal and mixedÌýanimalÌýfirst opinion practices, some referral centres, out of hours provides and crematoria,Ìýwill come into force. ItÌýfollowsÌýmore than two years of investigation into the UK vet services market for household pets by the Competition and Markets Authority (CMA).ÌýÌý
We are continually creating Ȥҹapp member-exclusive content to help you navigate the changes and get ahead and get compliant.
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- A practical summary of the CMA remedies, including a simple table setting out what each measure is, who it affects and when it comes into force.
- Guidance on managing unfair and abusive reviews online.
- Resources to help communicate the value of veterinary care to clients.
- A transparency and client choice guide to support implementation of the new requirements.
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