Vets reject Minister's claim that Government has 'succeeded' in providing EHC capacity

The British Veterinary Association (BVA) has rejected a claim from Farming Minister Victoria Prentis that the Government has ‘succeeded’ in providing enough vets to sign off Export Health Certificates (EHCs).

Abi Kay
clock • 2 min read
Vets reject Minister's claim that Government has 'succeeded' in providing EHC capacity

The British Veterinary Association (BVA) has rejected a claim from Farming Minister Victoria Prentis that the Government has ‘succeeded' in providing enough vets to sign off Export Health Certificates...

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