Foot and Mouth Disease
‘Foot and Mouth’ is a contagious disease affecting cloven-hoofed
animals, in particular cattle, sheep, pigs, goats and deer.
All people that keep ‘at risk’ animals should remain vigilant
for signs of the disease and should maintain a high level of
biosecurity to reduce the risk of contamination. The Defra
(Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs) website is
regularly updated with guidance and advice on control measures, and
updates of the latest situation. (www.defra.gov.uk)
Neath Port Talbot has an established contingency plan should it
need to be implemented. The Council urges all residents to remain
vigilant to any breaches of livestock movement, and encourage
anyone viewing any potential breaches to call on trading standards
on 01639 764325
Current situation
For the latest news on ‘Foot and Mouth’, visit the
Welsh Assembly Website or the Defra
site.
Who you should contact
If you have concerns about of foot and mouth then contact your
Local Animal Health Office. In Wales, these are:
- Carmarthen 01267 245400
- Cardiff 02920 768500
- Caernarfon 01286 674144