The need for an economic study of the veterinary market was also highlighted, aiming to better understand and address the rapidly evolving landscape of the profession. In a key update, the guest speaker from the European Commission, discussed the ongoing revision of the professional recognition directive for veterinary professionals, suggesting updates based on the 2022 SPARK report to reflect the latest scientific and technical advancements.
The next major step is a public consultation, launched on 23 September and run for four weeks. The ECCVT is already preparing a unified response, ensuring the veterinary community’s voice is heard.