What is the CMA announcement?
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The CMA (Competition and Markets Authority) has carried out a market investigation into veterinary services for household pets, and recently announced competition concerns, weak price transparency, and that many pet owners could save by comparing medicine prices.
The final report and final reforms, published 24th March 2026, confirmed that not all pet owners were aware they could request a written prescription, and that clearer pricing and transparency are needed across the veterinary sector.