Veterinary medicines

NI has no shortage of vet medicines, MPs told

New rules, which came into effect on 1 January 2026, requires Northern Ireland to follow European Union regulations on veterinary medicines.

NORTHERN IRELAND 1 July 2026

NI has no shortage of vet medicines, MPs told

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UK government aware of vet medicine concerns

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Vicky Nicholls from the Veterinary Medicines Directorate made the comments during an online tutorial for veterinary medicine retailers in Northern Ireland.

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NI will have fewer vet medicines, MLAs told

NI will have fewer vet medicines, MLAs told

The issue stems from Northern Ireland needing to follow EU regulations on veterinary medicines as part of post Brexit trade arrangements.

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New animal medicine rules from Monday

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