The Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) is Britain's competition watchdog.
In March 2026 the CMA concluded a two-year investigation into Britain's veterinary industry, prompted by thousands of complaints about high prices and opaque billing. Big groups such as IVC Evidensia and CVS now own roughly 60% of Britain's vet practices, up from about a tenth in 2013; three of the six largest operators are backed by private equity. The regulator's proposals included clearer ownership labels, mandatory price lists and a cap on prescription fees.
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