Pet prescriptions could be capped at £21 under proposed vet sector reforms

<p>Ministers also considering licence requirement and regulator to try to cut bills and increase choice </p><p>UK vets may have to have a licence and cap prescriptions for pet medicine at £21 under plans being considered by the government.</p><p>Ministers are also considering establishing a regulator for the veterinary sector, including inspections, a mandatory licensing system and published compliance reports to improve accountability and choice. Every vet practice could need an official operating licence – similar to GP surgeries and care homes – under proposals in a white paper.</p> <a href="https://www.theguardian.com/science/2026/jul/09/pet-prescriptions-cap-proposed-vet-sector-reforms-uk">Continue reading...</a>