November 1st 2018

Veterinary Mediation Scheme Passes One-Year Milestone | via RCVS

This month the Veterinary Client Mediation Service (VCMS), established and funded by the RCVS, has passed the one-year mark having dealt with over 2,000 cases of dispute between veterinary practices and clients in this time.

The VCMS, which is administered by Nockolds Solicitors, was formally launched by the RCVS as an alternative dispute resolution service in October 2017 following a year-long trial.

October 15th 2025

CMA Publish the Provisional Findings in their Market Investigation into Veterinary Care for Household Pets 15 October 2025

Following the CMA’s publication of the Provisional Findings of the Market Investigation into veterinary care for household pets, the Veterinary Client Mediation Service (VCMS) is now reviewing the CMA’s proposed remedies and will feed into…

September 2nd 2025

VCMS Launches Lunchtime Webinar Series on Handling Client Complaints

The VCMS will be running a series of free lunchtime webinars this autumn to help equip veterinary professionals with the skills they need to handle common complaints and client disputes with confidence.

September 1st 2025

Veterinary Client Mediation Service Releases 2023-24 Insight Report

The Veterinary Client Mediation Service has published the annual report of activity and insight from 2024. Funded by the Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons and free at the point of service for consumers, the VCMS…