The People's Chamber
ISSUE 80
JUN 19-25, 2026
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Veterinary Medicines Directorate

VMD
Part of:Department for Environment, Food & Rural Affairs

The Veterinary Medicines Directorate (VMD) protects animal health, public health and the environment. VMD is an executive agency, sponsored by the Department for Environment, Food & Rural Affairs .

The Veterinary Medicines Directorate (VMD) protects animal health, public health and the environment. VMD is an executive agency, sponsored by the Department for Environment, Food & Rural Affairs .

Senior Staff

Abigail Seager
Chief Executive Officer, VMD
Gavin Hall
Deputy Chief Executive Officer/Director of Authorisations, VMD
Alison White
Non-Executive Director, VMD
Laura Catterick
Non-Executive Director, VMD
Mike Venables OBE
Non-Executive Director, VMD
David Catlow
Non-Executive Director, VMD

Latest Publications

Topical hormone treatments: pet owners warned of risks to pets from accidental exposure
Press release
Veterinary Medicines Digital Service update: New digital variation application process
News story
VMD launches new digital service for reporting problems with animal medicines
News story
Pet owners urged to take care when using flea and tick treatments to help protect our waterways
Press release
VMD launches new online contact form today
News story
Call for evidence launches on pet flea and tick treatments in UK waterways
Press release