The Animals and Animal Products (Import and Export) Regulations 1993

9.  Council Directive 91/68/EEC on animal health conditions governing intra-Community trade in ovine and caprine animals;

OJ No. L46, 19.2.91, p.19 as read with:

  • Commission Decision 93/52/EEC (OJ No. L13, 21.1.93, p.14);

  • Commission Decision 93/77/EEC (OJ No. L30, 6.2.93, p.63).

  • Relevant provisions: Articles 4, 5, 6 and 9.

    (a)

    Only ovine and caprine animals which have never been vaccinated against Foot and Mouth Disease may be imported into Great Britain.

    (b)

    Only uncastrated rams for breeding which have been tested for contagious epididimytis (Brucella ovis) in accordance with Article 6.c of Council Directive 91/68/EEC may be imported into Great Britain.

    (c)

    The official health certification accompanying all sheep and goats for fattening and breeding imported into Great Britain must confirm that the animals are eligible for entry into an officially brucellosis free ovine or caprine holding in accordance with Annex A, Chapter 1, point D of Council Directive 91/68/EEC.