UK Statutory Instrument
1974
United Kingdom
The Rabies (Importation of Dogs, Cats and Other Mammals) Order 1974
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Interpretation
Extension of the definition of “animals” for the purposes of the Act in its application to rabies
Prohibition on landing of animals in Great Britain
Importation of animals from a member State other than the Republic of Ireland
Disapplication in relation to pet animals complying with Regulation (EC) No. 998/2003 and the Non Commercial Movement of Pet Animals (England) Regulations 2004
The Pet Travel Scheme (Scotland) Order 2003
Detention and isolation in quarantine
Release from quarantine
Release from quarantine in Wales
Release from quarantine in Scotland
Vaccination of dogs and cats in quarantine
Control of movement of animals after landing
Control of animals passing through Great Britain
Authorised quarantine premises
Authorised carrying agents
Records
Detention of animals on board vessels in harbour
Action in case of illegal landing or breach of quarantine
Power to destroy imported animals
Contact Animals
Summary offences
Indictable offences
Local authority to enforce order
Revocation
Enforcement and responsible bodies
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Animal and Plant Health Agency
Safeguards animal and plant health for the benefit of people, environment and economy. Issues export health certificates, manages disease outbreaks, operates veterinary …
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Made under
Representation of the People (No. 2) Act 1974 1974 Primary Act
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