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Risk assessment: equine infectious anaemia to Great Britain from EU and EFTA member states

A qualitative risk assessment of the likelihood of equine infectious anaemia virus (EIAV) introduction into Great Britain from EU and EFTA member states.

• From: Department for Environment, Food & Rural Affairs
• Published: 21 April 2026

Applies to England, Scotland and Wales

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Risk assessment of the annual likelihood of equine infectious anaemia virus introduction into Great Britain from EU and EFTA member states in December 2025 (executive summary)

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This summary outlines a qualitative risk assessment evaluating the likelihood of equine infectious anaemia virus (EIAV) being introduced into Great Britain (England, Scotland and Wales) from European Union (EU) and European Free Trade Association (EFTA) member states.

It also considers the subsequent likelihood of exposure for domestic equids (horses and donkeys) in Great Britain and the potential consequences of an outbreak.

Published 21 April 2026