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Overview of current bluetongue cases, risk level, vaccinations and restrictions.
Livestock keepers must use this service to report using the BTV-3 vaccine in England, Scotland and Wales.
The signs of bluetongue virus, how you must report it and what happens when you do.
Information on BTV-3 vaccines for keepers and vets, including rules for reporting vaccinations and keeping records.
Private veterinary surgeons (PVS) can use this service to report the prescription of a BTV-3 vaccination.
Biosecurity and hygiene standards to keep animals safe from bluetongue virus.
Find out about the latest bird flu situation in England and guidance for bird keepers and the public.
The rules to follow when moving animals within a restricted zone, including to markets, shows and slaughterhouses.
Apply for a specific licence for any movement in a bluetongue zone not covered by a general licence.
Signs that may suggest rabies in bats, what to do if you spot them and measures to prevent exposing yourself to the disease.
Licence conditions of the general licence in England.
How to safely and legally dispose of dead farm animals and horses.
Advisory note from the UK Chief Veterinary Officer for veterinarians prescribing BTV-3 vaccines.
Current cases of foot and mouth disease, trade restrictions and risk level.
How to apply for a licence to move Bovine Tuberculosis (TB) restricted cattle to or from a farm or premises in England.
Services provided and contact details for Veterinary Investigation Centres (VICs) and surveillance pathology partners in England and Wales.
Find out when you must use a Defra-approved disinfectant, which product to use, and in what concentration.
Find out when to test vaccinated animals and how to get private testing.
Use this licence to move live animals from a bluetongue restricted zone to a final destination in Scotland.
Use this general licence to move animals from anywhere in England to anywhere else in England.
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