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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.
CMA to host vet webinar on proposed remedies

The CMA is to host a webinar for veterinary professionals, following the release of its proposed remedies last week.
‘Today, I am sad.’ – Independent practice owner shares open letter after CMA provisional recommendations

The owner of an independent practice has written a passionate letter in response to the CMA’s provisional recommendations.
FIVP to represent independent practice at London Vet Show 2025

FIVP is pleased to announce that it will be attending London Vet Show from 20-21 November at ExCeL London.
FIVP at the University of Edinburgh Vet Careers Fair

Our team will be hitting the road to connect with students at the Royal (Dick) School of Veterinary Studies Careers Fair.