EXPLANATORY NOTE

(This note is not part of the Regulations)

These Regulations replace references to “Divisional veterinary manager” with references to “the Secretary of State” in—

(a)the Products of Animal Origin (Import and Export) Regulations 1996

(b)the Foot-and-Mouth Disease (Control of Vaccination) (England) Regulations 2006

(c)the Avian Influenza (Preventive Measures) (England) Regulations 2006

(d)the Avian Influenza (Vaccination) (England) Regulations 2006

(e)the Bluetongue Regulations 2008

An impact assessment has not been prepared for these Regulations, as no impact on the private, public or voluntary sector is foreseen.