Welcome to a vital bonus episode of Practice Matters, the podcast dedicated to supporting, celebrating, and defending the UK’s independent veterinary sector. Today, we are tackling a critical issue sending shockwaves through independent clinics nationwide: the Competition and Markets Authority’s (CMA) draft mandatory poster.
While presented as a push for transparency, its prominent claim that medicines are “significantly cheaper online” oversimplifies the pharmacy process, ignores vital cross-subsidisation, and threatens to erode client trust.
To break down what this means for your daily schedule, fees, and staff wellbeing, host Ian Wolstenholme is joined by ADRIAN WARD, vet and principal at Neighbourhood Vet in Gosport. Together, they discuss the operational fallout, the danger of frontline abuse, and why independent practices must demand a redraft before the public consultation closes on 20th August. Tune in to discover how to make your voice heard!
To share your feedback to the public consultation, visit the case page.
You can also read FIVP’s public statement here.
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About FIVP Practice Matters
Launched in 2024, FIVP Practice Matters is a podcast that explores the hot topics, useful tips and innovative ideas shaping the veterinary world. Ian Wolstenholme welcomes guests from across the veterinary sector, especially those working in independent practice. With a new 10-15 minute episode every other Tuesday, this is the perfect companion for your dog walk or commute.
