A Bill to amend the Veterinary Surgeons Act 1966 to prevent misuse of the title of veterinary nurse; and for connected purposes
House of Lords
12 May 2016
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This bill would tighten protection of the title 'veterinary nurse' by amending the Veterinary Surgeons Act 1966. It aims to stop people who are not qualified or registered from using the title in a misleading way. By clarifying who may use the title, it seeks to improve public trust in veterinary care.
The bill is being debated in the Lords at the 2nd Reading stage and has not yet progressed to Committee or further stages.
Generated 21 February 2026
10 Jun 2015
First reading took place on 10 June. This stage is a formality that signals the start of the Bill's journey through the Lords.
Second reading - the general debate on all aspects of the Bill - is yet to be scheduled.
The 2015/16 session of parliament has ended and this Bill will make no further progress.
No recorded votes for this bill yet.
