June 8th 2020

VCMS reports 98.5% of vets satisfied with complaint mediation service

The Veterinary Client Mediation Service has published its 2019 report, which reveals a rise in awareness of the service, superb feedback and an increase in engagement from veterinary practices over the past year.

Since its launch in 2016, the VCMS, which is funded by the Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons (RCVS), has handled 5,477 complaint referrals from veterinary clients and practices, with a current rate of over 400 mediations per year. Awareness of the service has increased to the point where a far greater percentage of clients are contacting the VCMS directly, rather than through a direct referral from the RCVS, shining a spotlight on the service’s quality, authority and continued success in helping to bring ongoing complaints to a close.

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July 9th 2026

VCMS Welcomes Government Recognition of Mediation and Commits to Supporting the Veterinary Sector Through Reform

The publication of the Government's White Paper, 'Our Vision for a Thriving Veterinary Sector', marks a significant milestone in the long-awaited reform of veterinary regulation and consumer protection.
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June 30th 2026

How Complaints can be Resolved Through Mediation?

The mediation process gives those involved the freedom and creativity to come up with and agree any resolution. This can seem ‘complicated’ but really it just means that we’re not tied to outcome in a…
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March 24th 2026

VCMS Responds to CMA Final Report on Veterinary Services and Household Pets

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