UK 'vets for pets' see binding competition measures on pricing and transparency
( March 24, 2026, 07:31 GMT | Official Statement) -- MLex Summary: UK veterinary practices for household pets will face legally binding measures including price lists, prescription fee caps, a price comparison website and mandatory branding for large groups to boost competition and drive down prices, the country’s antitrust regulator said. The Competition and Markets Authority said that the changes will make a difference to millions of pet owners, in a final report of a market investigation.Statement follows....
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