INFORMATION BULLETIN
Date: 15 October 2007
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Foot and Mouth Disease update: Temporary Control Zone in East Sussex
A 3 km Foot and Mouth Disease Temporary Control Zone has today been put in place around a premises near Rye in East Sussex.
This is a precautionary measure following a veterinary assessment of suspect signs of disease in sheep. Laboratory tests are in progress and there is no timetable for receiving results.
Animal Keepers are urged to remain vigilant for disease, check their animals twice a day and report any suspicions immediately.
Further information
See www.defra.gov.uk/footandmouth for further information on Foot and Mouth Disease or via the Defra Helpline on 08459 335577 (open 8am – 8pm Monday to Friday and 9am – 5pm on Saturday and Sunday).
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