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UK plans overhaul of vet sector to tackle surging pet costs
The UK government aims to increase transparency and competition in veterinary care after prices rose 63% from 2016 to 2023, impacting over half of households with pets.
- This month, the UK government launched reforms requiring every vet practice to publish prices, disclose ownership, and hold GP-style operating licences, starting an eight-week consultation on the Veterinary Surgeons Act.
- Last year, the Competition and Markets Authority found 84% of UK vet websites lacked pricing, fees rose nearly twice inflation, and pet owners often lacked price estimates, prompting calls for reform.
- The CMA documented wide price variation, with check‑ups from 70 to 300 and neutering from 120 to 700, while owners reported bills up to £1,600 and one took a £10,000 loan, `Williams said`.
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The Independent (US)Vets told to publish price lists under major reforms
The proposals would make the system clearer, fairer and more transparent for owners
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