Imports, exports and EU trade of animals and animal products: topical issues

Current issues relating to imports and exports of animals and animal products.




Research: Lumpy skin disease in Europe

Preliminary and updated outbreak assessments for lumpy skin disease in Europe.




Plastic wet wipes ban

Understand which wipes will be banned, when plastic wet wipes can still be sold, and how the ban will be enforced.




Guidance: Other live animals – Import Information Notes

Guidance for vets, importers and border control officials when importing other live animals or genetic material to Great Britain.




Quota application mechanism: apply for 2026 English quota

Use the quota application mechanism (QAM) to apply for English fishing quota.