Veterinary Services: Northern Ireland
Commons · Question 91239 · Tabled 14 Nov 2025 · Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs · Official record
Answered 19 Nov 2025
Question
Asked by Jim Allister
To ask the Secretary of State for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs, what assessment her Department has made of the potential impact of delaying until close to 31 December 2025 the issuance of operational guidance on changes to the supply of veterinary
Answer
Answered by Dame Angela Eagle, 19 Nov 2025
There has been no delay in the issuance of operational guidance. Guidance was published in June and updated in October and November. Updated guidance also includes specific references to vets and suitably qualified persons. In addition, we continue to en...