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European Communities (Bluetongue) Regulations 2008 (S.I. No. 133 of 2008).

Country
Type of law
Regulation
Source

Abstract
These Regulations give effect to Commission Regulation 2007/1266/EC (as amended) regarding the control, monitoring, surveillance and restrictions on movements of certain animals of susceptible species in relation to bluetongue and implement in Ireland Council Directive No. 2000/75/EC.
The Regulations make provision with respect to, among other things; notification of suspected outbreak to the District Veterinary Office; declaration of a suspected bluetongue outbreak premise or a confirmed bluetongue outbreak premise; establishment of control zones around suspected premises; establishment of protection and surveillance zones; measures regarding diseased animals; assessment of compensation and arbitration; and powers of authorized officers.
Date of text
Repealed
No
Source language

English

Legislation status
in force
Legislation Amendment
No