Committees

Vet shortages

Non-inquiry session

In this non-inquiry hearing, the Environment, Food and Rural Affairs Committee will question key stakeholders about the workforce challenges and shortages in the veterinary profession. The Committee will probe the implications of vet shortages for the food industry, border controls, biosecurity and animal welfare, as well as exploring steps that could be taken to support the profession.

Reports, special reports and government responses

No reports or special reports published.

Correspondence

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Correspondence from the Minister for Biosecurity, Animal Health and Welfare regarding Veterinary Workforce Shortages, dated 23 May 2024
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Correspondence to the Secretary of State regarding veterinary workforce shortages, dated 7 May 2024
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Oral evidence transcripts

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12 March 2024
Work Vet shortages (Non-inquiry session)
Witnesses Emily Miles (Chief Executive at Food Standards Agency), Dr Christine Middlemiss (Chief Veterinary Officer at Government Veterinary Services), Professor Stuart Reid (Principal at Royal Veterinary College), and British Veterinary Association
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Written evidence

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Professor Susan Jebb (Chair at Food Standards Agency (FSA)) (VSH0006)
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British Veterinary Association (VSH0005)
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Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons (VSH0001)
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Other publications

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  • Email: efracom@parliament.uk
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  • Address: Environment, Food and Rural Affairs Committee, House of Commons, London, SW1A 0AA