Interested parties can have their say on the proposed scope of the probe over the next three weeks.

Harrison Family Vets invested £350,000 in the new practice in Tyldesley, Wigan, which follows openings in West Midlands, Reading, Stockton-on-Tees, Manchester and Doncaster.

Robert Jones Vets in Blackpool is now operating from a larger, purpose-built facility in the seaside resort.

Fears have been raised that dozens of jobs could be at risk, although the company says it can’t currently give specific details.

Good causes in the UK and abroad are set to share more than £50,000 raised during the annual initiative.

The company says work is underway to enable staff to take sleep breaks on night shifts at clinics where the provision has not already been reinstated.

Eight surgeries acquired from CVS by UK’s largest family-owned independent vet group.

Tens of thousands of people have signed a new petition demanding “transparency and fairness” in the veterinary sector, despite senior figures insisting practices are already delivering.

Research unveiled at the VMG’s 2024 congress revealed a majority of participants felt they had little or no understanding of financial performance assessment or strategic planning.

Andrew Foster joins London Vet Specialists, which has just moved from Belsize Park to its new hospital in Hammersmith, as new head of anaesthesia and analgesia.

Jasmin Paris leads figures from the veterinary and animal welfare sectors recognised in the King’s Birthday Honours.

Vet nutraceuticals manufacturer says investment at its site in Lytham near Blackpool will “revolutionise the business’ production capabilities”.

Vetsure for Vets, a collaborative network of members with its own buying group, held a two-day CPD event where participants were urged to find opportunities in the face of challenges.

Watford-based firm intent on UK and European expansion hopes to increase its current 160 branch partners with modernised model featuring more favourable exit options.