Milan Vets to continue farm services following feedback from clients

Services extended beyond 1 November with update 'early in the New Year'

Milan Veterinary Practice says it will continue to offer its farm services beyond the end of the month following feedback.

Earlier this week it announced it would be stopping its treatment of livestock from 30 November due to a decline in farm clients.

That announcement, given with just three weeks' notice, sparked concern amongst the Island's agricultural community. 

Farmer Paul Costain described the development to Manx Radio as a "sad day" for agriculturalists, estimating that Milan serviced around 90 percent of the Island's farming animals.

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In a letter to clients today (14 November), shared with Manx Radio, Milan says: ‘Following our letter dated 10 November 2025 regarding the closure of Milan farm services from 30 November, we have listened to your feedback and understand your concerns about ongoing care for your animals and capacity restrictions from other providers on the island.

‘The welfare of your animals remains a priority, and we are committed to finding suitable, alternative, sustainable solutions for clients.

‘During this time, we will continue to provide veterinary support to our existing registered clients.

‘This means farm services will continue from 1 December, and we will provide a further update early in the New Year.

‘We would like to reiterate that the decision to close services was not taken lightly and we do understand the impact the closure will have on the farming community, but we do hope to be able to confirm alternative, suitable solutions early in the New Year.

‘Ensuring that no client is left without access to veterinary care is paramount. We hope this interim commitment offers some reassurance while arrangements progress.’

Reacting to the initial announcement, the Department of Environment, Food and Agriculture told Manx Radio it would be engaging with practices and industry representatives to assess the situation, adding its immediate priority is 'maintaining animal welfare and ensuring farmers continue to have access to care for their livestock'.