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Posted: 6th June 2017

NI chief vet stresses importance of biosecurity
It is against the law to bring back meat and dairy products from most countries outside the European Union.
Travellers urged to check rules on food and plant imports 

Northern Ireland’s chief veterinary officer, Robert Huey, has warned holidaymakers of the risks of bringing back products derived from animals or plants.

It is against the law to bring back meat and dairy products from most countries outside the European Union. There are also restrictions on importing potatoes, plants, fish, honey and certain fruit and vegetables.

Mr Huey warned that if diseases such as foot-and-mouth were to enter Northern Ireland, the economy could be put at risk. He urged those travelling through local ports or airports to check the rules on food and plant imports before they leave home.

“Diseases such as foot-and-mouth would threaten our animal health status. Should a major disease like this enter Northern Ireland, trade and jobs will be at risk,” he said.

Mr Huey added that illegal products would be seized and destroyed and anyone caught carrying prohibited items risks prosecution and a fine.

To keep illegal imports of banned items out of Ireland, the government of Northern Ireland maintains an inspection presence at all of the country’s main ports and airports.




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