Animal movement ban relaxation welcomed
UK - The Country Land and Business Association (CLA) has welcomed the announcement that from midnight tonight (Wednesday 8 August), movement to slaughter and the disposal of fallen stock can begin under strict biosecurity controls outside the protection and surveillance zone."Movements to slaughter will be able to commence outside the protection zones and the wider surveillance zone under strict controls. The CLA believes this decision has been based on close co-operation with the industry and on risk-based veterinary and scientific advice.
"Of course now, more than ever, biosecurity will remain absolutely paramount. Strict guidelines have been provided by Defra and we would urge farmers and land managers to take every precaution possible and remain extremely vigilant," concluded Mr Fursdon.
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