Reform of the Veterinary Surgeons Act 1966
Consulting on reforms to the Veterinary Surgeons Act 1966, including recognising the full veterinary team, modernising the regulator and regulating businesses.
Opened
28 Jan 2026
Closed
25 Mar 2026
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We would like to know your thoughts about potential reforms to the Veterinary Surgeons Act 1966.
This could include:
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regulating all professions in the veterinary team
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protecting the titles of professions in the veterinary team
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regulating veterinary and animal healthcare businesses to protect both the public, consumers and animal health and welfare
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updating the regulator’s structure, to ensure it’s fit for purpose and aligns with the government regulation action plan