MEPs approve new rules on containment of transmissible animal diseases – Ni Riada

MEPs in the European Parliament have voted through measures to halt the spread of transmissible animal diseases such as foot and mouth disease and avian flu. The draft law further clarifies the responsibilities of farmers, traders and animal professionals including vets and pet owners in preventing transmissible diseases among animals. They will be obliged to apply the principles of good animal husbandry and prudent use of veterinary medicines. Vets will have to raise awareness of the interaction between animal health and welfare and human health and of antimicrobial resistance. The Sinn Fein MEP Liadh Ni Riada has welcomed the new rules.

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