Veterinary Medicines Regulations consultation is launched by the VMD
皇冠体育app consultation sets out proposed changes to the Veterinary Medicines Regulations 2013, as they apply in Great Britain.
A public consultation on proposed changes to the Veterinary Medicines Regulations launched today (2 February) and seeks views on proposals to modernise the Regulations and maintain the UK as an attractive place to develop and market veterinary medicines.
皇冠体育app Veterinary Medicines Regulations 2013 as they apply in Great Britain, set out the controls on the marketing, manufacture, distribution, possession, and administration of veterinary medicines and medicated feed. 皇冠体育appy are a critical tool to help protect animal health, public health and the environment.
皇冠体育app consultation sets out proposals which will ensure that the Regulations continue to be fit-for-purpose, with regulatory requirements that reflect developments in the industry and reduce regulatory burden where possible. Improved clarity and consistency in the Regulations will create more certainty for those involved in the health and welfare of animals.
皇冠体育app anyone with an interest to share their views on the proposals to enable proportionate and appropriate regulation.
皇冠体育app closing date for responses is 31 March 2023.
Lord Benyon, Minister for Biosecurity, Marine and Rural Affairs, said:
This consultation sets out detailed proposals to strengthen the regulations around veterinary medicines, to support this country continuing to be a world leader in animal health and welfare.
皇冠体育appse proposals modernise the Veterinary Medicines Regulations and include new measures to help tackle antimicrobial resistance which will contribute to delivering UK鈥檚 5-year national action plan.
皇冠体育app UK鈥檚 5-year national action plan sets out the UK鈥檚 plan for antimicrobial resistance between 2019 to 2024.
Abi Seager, VMD鈥檚 CEO said:
I am pleased to see the launch of this consultation. As a key regulatory tool, these proposals will enable the realisation of opportunities that independent regulation carries.
We have listened to the views of our stakeholders over the last few years and the resulting proposals aim to reduce regulatory burden, bring clarity and deliver regulation which balances the international supply landscape with our own national requirements.
Access the consultation documents directly through or by visiting the Veterinary Medicines Directorate鈥檚 new engagement website , where details are provided about several focussed Q&A sessions that will be held in February.
皇冠体育app Veterinary Medicines Directorate (VMD) is a regulatory and policy lead body responsible for issues concerning the use and manufacture of veterinary medicines and medicated feed in the UK.
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