Thanks for replies! Yes, in an ideal world I could have both, but in this case it seems I can't!
Re farriers, people DO use 'unqualified' trimmers, and as I understand it there is no law to prevent them or edt's from practicing subject to what they're doing ie not shoeing or extractions, big...
I have recently moved to the south west and I'm looking for an EDT. Problem - my new vet has recommended an unqualified EDT over BEVA qualified ones, and asking around has left me more confused; someone either loves or loathes every name on my list! Should I go with my vet's recommendation? HELP!!!