HL Deb 12 May 2003 vol 648 c26WA
Lord Morris of Manchester asked Her Majesty's Government

Whether the Department of Trade and Industry will be consulting the British Veterinary Association and the British Small Animal Veterinary Association about the Competition Commission's report on the supply of prescription-only veterinary medicines before any further action is taken on the report. [HL2568]

Lord Sainsbury of Turville

My right honourable friend the Secretary of State for Trade and Industry has asked the Office of Fair Trading to consult with interested parties about implementation of the Competition Commission's proposed remedies. These parties will include the British Veterinary Association and the British Small Animal Veterinary Association.