Sector groups led by the BVA have warned regulators their investigation is âmoving towards considerationâ of the entire veterinary market, but without the proper information to do so.
Cases have been reported in the midlands and south-east England in recent weeks, and one police force has said it fears more victims have yet to come forward.
However, vet and MP argues social media condemnation of either the sector, or individual professionals and practices in it, was not representative of broader public opinion.
Although veterinary revenues are continuing to show strong growth, the company has predicted slow development in the retail sector is likely to continue for some time.
The head of inquiry into companion animal services, Martin Coleman, warns some vets are frustrated by âlack of flexibilityâ within the current prescribing system.
Based at vet hospitals in Storrington and Chichester, the independent aims to provide wide range of referral-only services to patients across West Sussex.
An update issued ahead of its annual meeting expressed confidence in the companyâs outlook, despite the expected impact of tax increases to be imposed next spring.
Chairperson Martin Coleman tells packed London Vet Show session this afternoon (15 November): âWe're not just going to present a set of remedy proposals, take it or leave it.â
