# The Bluetongue (Amendment) Regulations 2012, Introduction: Introductory text

Extent: E+W+S+NI

Animals, England
Animal Health
Made 25th July 2012
Laid before Parliament 30th July 2012
Coming into force 24th August 2012
The Secretary of State has been designated for the purposes of section 2(2) of the European Communities Act 1972 in relation to measures in the veterinary and phytosanitary fields for the protection of public health.
The Secretary of State makes the following Regulations in exercise of the powers conferred by section 2(2) of the European Communities Act 1972.

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Source: https://www.legislation.gov.uk/uksi/2012/1977/introduction (the official version)
Page: https://openlegislation.uk/bluetongue-amendment-regulations-2012/introduction
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