Notification procedures and precautions to be taken where the presence of a designated disease is suspected4

1

A person who has in his possession or under his charge any bird or carcase having, or suspected of having, a designated disease shall—

a

immediately inform the Divisional Veterinary Manager, and

b

take all reasonable steps to ensure that the restrictions and requirements set out in Part I of Schedule 1 to this Order are complied with.

2

A person who examines or inspects any bird or carcase or who analyses any sample taken from any bird or carcase, and who suspects the presence of a designated disease in the bird, carcase or sample shall immediately inform the Divisional Veterinary Manager.