Research and analysis

Risk assessment: lumpy skin disease to Great Britain from EU and EFTA member states

A qualitative risk assessment on the risk of lumpy skin disease virus (LSDV) being introduced into Great Britain from the EU.

• From: Department for Environment, Food & Rural Affairs
• Published: 22 July 2026

Applies to England, Scotland and Wales

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Risk assessment on the annual likelihood of the spread of lumpy skin disease virus to Great Britain from EU and EFTA member states in October 2025 (executive summary)

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This risk assessment provides a qualitative assessment of the risk of susceptible species in Great Britain (England, Scotland and Wales) becoming infected with lumpy skin disease (LSDV) from affected regions of the European Union (EU) and European Free Trade Association (EFTA) member states through the movement of live animals and personal movements.

Published 22 July 2026