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FIVP shares concerns amid Veterinary Surgeons Act consultation

FIVP is concerned about how Defra is conducting the Veterinary Surgeons Act 1966 consultation.
Westport Vets opens its fourth branch in Scotland

Westport Vets has opened a new branch in Winchburgh, Scotland.
Consultation launched on Veterinary Surgeons Act

The UK government has launched an eight-week public consultation into a new Veterinary Surgeons Act
Change the narrative – join BVA’s #InSafeHands campaign

FIVP is encouraging its members to showcase their invaluable contributions to animal welfare, by taking part in BVA’s #InSafeHands campaign.
FIVP to attend Harper Adams Veterinary Careers Day 2026

We are looking forward to attending Harper and Keele Veterinary School’s Interprofessional Veterinary Careers Day on 21 January 2026.
Will the CMA spell the end of traditional veterinary care?

The CMA could rob independent veterinary practices of the freedom and revenue to continue to deliver the quality of care they currently provide.
FIVP Practice Matters podcast returns for series three with CMA investigation focus

FIVP Practice Matters will return for Series 3 from Tuesday, 13 January.
Westport Veterinary Clinic celebrated at Petplan Awards

The independent practice won Practice Manager of the Year and Practice Support Staff of the Year.
FIVP to attend University of Surrey Careers Fair 2025

FIVP is looking forward to returning to the University of Surrey Vet School’s Final Year Student Careers Fair on Wednesday, 10 December 2025.
FIVP responds to CMA provisional remedies

FIVP has responded to the CMA’s Provisional Decision Report, as published 15 October 2025.