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Rolling coverage of the latest economic and financial news‘The vet presented it as: if you care, you pay’: who really profits from poorly pets?Good morning, and welcome to our rolling coverage of business, the financial markets and the world economy.Britain’s competition authority is getting its teeth into the UK’s veterinary practice market, by launching a full investigation into the sector.The message from our vets work so far has been loud and clear – many pet owners and professionals have concerns that need further investigation.We’ve heard from people who are struggling to pay vet bills, potentially overpaying for medicines and don’t always know the best treatment options available to them. We also remain concerned about the potential impact of sector consolidation and the incentives for large, integrated vet groups to act in ways which reduce consumer choice. Continue reading…
Rolling coverage of the latest economic and financial news
‘The vet presented it as: if you care, you pay’: who really profits from poorly pets?
Good morning, and welcome to our rolling coverage of business, the financial markets and the world economy.
Britain’s competition authority is getting its teeth into the UK’s veterinary practice market, by launching a full investigation into the sector.
The message from our vets work so far has been loud and clear – many pet owners and professionals have concerns that need further investigation.
We’ve heard from people who are struggling to pay vet bills, potentially overpaying for medicines and don’t always know the best treatment options available to them. We also remain concerned about the potential impact of sector consolidation and the incentives for large, integrated vet groups to act in ways which reduce consumer choice.
