Pet prescriptions could be capped at £21 under proposed vet sector reforms
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Ministers also considering licence requirement and regulator to try to cut bills and increase choice
UK vets may have to have a licence and cap prescriptions for pet medicine at £21 under plans being considered by the government.
Ministers are also considering establishing a regulator for the veterinary sector, including inspections, a mandatory licensing system and published compliance reports to improve accountability and choice. Every vet practice could need an official operating licence – similar to GP surgeries and care homes – under proposals in a white paper.
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