New veterinary regulations to introduce prescription fee caps and mandatory price lists
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New veterinary regulations to introduce prescription fee caps and mandatory price lists

2 Jul 2026 · Originally published 2 Jul 2026 8/10 Original headline: 11 new vet rules including £21 cap for dog and cat owners
The Competition and Markets Authority is introducing new rules for veterinary practices, including a £21 cap on prescription fees and a requirement to publish price lists. These changes follow an investigation that found pet owners were often paying significantly more for medication than necessary, and aim to make costs more transparent for households across the UK.
Source: WalesOnline National
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