The Avian Influenza and Influenza of Avian Origin in Mammals (Scotland) Order 2006 No. 336

PART 4 Measures on confirmation of highly pathogenic avian influenza at premises other than regulated places

Confirmation of highly pathogenic avian influenza

19.  If the Chief Veterinary Officer (Scotland) forms the opinion that highly pathogenic avian influenza exists, or has in the previous 56 days existed, on any premises, the Chief Veterinary Officer (Scotland) shall inform the Scottish Ministers of that conclusion, and the Scottish Ministers shall confirm the existence of highly pathogenic avian influenza and declare the premises to be infected premises.