As concern over foot and mouth disease (FMD) cases in Europe continues to grow, travellers are now banned from bringing cattle, sheep, goat and pig meat as well as dairy products from EU countries into Great Britain for personal use.

The ban includes sandwiches, cheese, cured meats, raw meats and milk whether packed or packaged or bought at duty free.

The new restrictions extend those already in place for personal imports from Germany, Hungary, Slovakia and Austria because of outbreaks in those countries.

While FMD does not pose a risk to humans, the effect on animals and the agricultural sector can be significant.

The government as confirmed that there are currently no cases of FMD in the UK, however the UK Chief Veterinary Officer is urging livestock keepers to remain vigilant.

See: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/government-extends-ban-on-personal-meat-imports-to-protect-farmers-from-foot-and-mouth