Movement restrictions on Cumbrian livestock have been further relaxed following an announcement made by the Department for Environment and Rural Affairs (DEFRA).
Sheep, cattle and pigs in the county have been under severe restrictions since an outbreak of foot and mouth disease was detected in Surrey on Friday 3 August.
Under the new system, the following restrictions will remain in place as a precautionary measure:
* Animals will need to remain on the premises they moved to for 20 days before being moved again, the only exceptions to this will be movements within the same holding of less than 8km, and movements direct to slaughter.
* Animal markets, shows and gatherings are currently prohibited except in the case of collection centres for dispatch to slaughter. This prohibition remains in place pending further announcements.
Trading Standards Officers have once again thanked Cumbrian livestock farmers for their widespread compliance to the animal movement restrictions.
Cumbria Trading Standards Animal Health & Welfare officers will continue to help the police to help ensure the regulations are enforced. People can contact the DEFRA helpline on 08459 33 55 77.
Media enquiries to Mark Graham, Media Officer on 01228-606337