For the purposes of this Decision the following definitions apply:

1. (a)

   ‘Traces’ means the integrated computerised veterinary system set up in accordance with Decision 2003/24/EC;

2. (b)

   ‘veterinary unit’ means:

   1. (i)

      ‘central unit’: the competent central authority of a Member State, designated as such for the purposes of Traces;

   2. (ii)

      ‘regional unit’: any regional authority of a Member State designated as such for the purposes of Traces;

   3. (iii)

      ‘local unit’: any local authority of a Member State designated as such for the purposes of Traces;

   4. (iv)

      the border inspection posts listed in Annex I.