Foot and Mouth Disease (FMD) – Department Update

DEFRA have now lifted the ban on personal exports of meat and dairy products from Great Britain. This does not permit the importation of items that are normally subject to restriction. In particular, the Department reminds individuals that imports of fresh or frozen beef and lamb are prohibited under The Dead Meat (Import Regulation) Order 1968.

Arrive Clean : Leave Clean!

• DAFF Advice to Farmers
• DAFF Advice to Walkers
• DAFF Advice for Importing Horses
• DEFRA List of Approved Disinfectants

For the latest DEFRA news releases please see the DEFRA Foot & Mouth website pages.

The Department’s priorities are

• To minimise the risk of FMD being introduced to the Island;
• To minimise the potential for spread of the disease within the Island should it occur;
• Prepare and hold, in a high state of readiness, the contingency plan and equipment necessary to combat an outbreak.

Useful documents:

• Bio Security – preventing the introduction and the spread of FMD
• How to spot FMD
• Frequently Asked Questions

Please note – Any queries should be directed to DAFF Animal Health on 685844 or by email: Animal.Health@gov.im and not the contact details identified on the DEFRA documents.