Veterinary Services: Northern Ireland
Commons · Question 88164 · Tabled 4 Nov 2025 · Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs · Official record
Answered 12 Nov 2025
Question
Asked by Jim Allister
To ask the Secretary of State for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs, with reference to para 23 of her Department's policy paper entitled Protecting Animal Health: The Government’s Approach to Veterinary Medicines in Northern Ireland, updated on 19 June
Answer
Answered by Dame Angela Eagle, 12 Nov 2025
The Veterinary Medicines Health Situation Scheme allows the Veterinary Medicines Directorate (VMD) to provide temporary authorisation for EU veterinary medicines where the animal or public health or welfare situation requires. The new guidance sets out th...