# The Bluetongue Regulations (Northern Ireland) 2008, Regulation 9: Measures when the disease is confirmed

Extent: N.I.

(1) On confirmation that the disease is circulating, the Department, being satisfied on epidemiological, geographical, ecological or meteorological grounds that it is appropriate for disease control purposes, may declare an area to be a control zone.
(2) The control zone must include the infected premises, and be of such size as the Department considers appropriate for disease control purposes.
(3) A person shall not move an animal to or from premises in a control zone.

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Source: https://www.legislation.gov.uk/nisr/2008/275/regulation/9 (the official version)
Page: https://openlegislation.uk/bluetongue-regulations-northern-ireland-2008/regulation-9
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