Regulator says the “nature and potential significance” of concern about competition for companion animal services is so great that a full investigation must take place – despite criticism.
Not-for-profit social enterprise was established by volunteers in 2019 with a mission to support professions to improve health and well-being of animals, people and environment.
Bosses respond after officials describe a pay and conditions offer from Valley Vets as “derisory” and begin balloting members for action a year after recognition agreement.
A judge has ruled the major vet firm was in breach of its contract with former clinical operations director Ciara McCormack over a dispute that led to her exit from the company two years ago.
Bosses at OOH provider insist the move is temporary, but necessary for legal reasons, and say they cannot guarantee the safety of staff who do choose to sleep on site.
Regulator has claimed overwhelming support for its plan to look further at companion animal veterinary services, despite resistance from some larger care providers.
Linnaeus-owned London Vet Specialists says it will soon open a £8 million, 12,000 sq ft cutting-edge facility, which will have a focus on sustainability throughout.
Ministers called on to work with sector organisations to reach “appropriate” thresholds, amid fears the current rules will prevent all but the most experienced from practising here.
RCVS and ECVS specialist in small animal surgery Toby Gemmill has been clinical director and managing director at West Midlands hospital, but wanted to switch focus back to clinical orthopaedics.
Clevedale Veterinary Practice is aiming to open its fourth site in Guisborough this summer, amid what officials see as growing demand for animal care services in the area.
Stark message delivered to VMG Congress delegates following the release of a new report that highlighted several major areas for potential improvement.
