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UK competition law update: CMA consults on veterinary services market investigation; Pharmacy2U-Lloyds Direct cleared; Subsidy Advice Unit to review Scotland Green Freeports; CAT certifies Apple opt-out collective proceedings

Published on: 12 March 2024

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Market studies CMA identifies multiple concerns in the veterinary services for household pets market; consulting on proposal to make market investigation reference

After an initial assessment, the CMA said it had reached a provisional view to open a full market investigation into the veterinary industry. A consultation was opened by the CMA on 7 September 2023. In its review, the authority reported an exceptional volume of submissions to its request for evidence and expressed worries that people may lack sufficient information to select the most suitable vet practice or course of treatment. Notably, the CMA observed that more than 80% of vet practices publish no prices on their websites, including for standard appointments or vaccinations, and that obstacles exist to obtaining second opinions, across services for household pets, with consumers lacking information and finding it hard to compare options and pursue advice...

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