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Vet Prescription Fees Capped at £21 Under New Regulations

Written prescription fees from vets will be capped at £21 as part of new regulations by the Competition and Markets Authority (CMA). The measures require vets to inform clients about cheaper online options, provide price estimates for treatments costing over £500, and publish comprehensive price lists for services. Practices have up to 12 months to implement these changes, which aim to address rising prices in the veterinary sector. This matters for pet owners as it may lead to increased costs for services and consultations if profits from prescriptions diminish.