UK Statutory Instrument
1989
United Kingdom
The Zoonoses Order 1989
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Sections that create concrete duties on businesses or carry penalties. Procedural and definitional sections are folded into the “Browse other sections” expander at the bottom of each group. Click any section title to read the source text on legislation.gov.uk.
Schedules
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The nature of the sample from which the designated organism...
The address of the premises at which the sample was...
The species and type of animal or bird from which...
The date on which the sample was examined.
The name and address of the person submitting the report....
In the case of a written report, the signature of...
Browse 11 other sections — procedural / definitional / commencement
Title and commencement
Extension of definitions of “animals” and “poultry”
Interpretation
Designation of organisms for the purposes of section 29
Inspections, taking samples
Infected places
Cleansing and disinfection
Reporting of presence of designated organisms
Offences
Local authority to enforce Order
Revocation
Enforcement and responsible bodies
The regulators that administer or enforce this legislation.
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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