# The Bluetongue (Wales) Regulations 2008, Regulation 10: Temporary control zones


(1) If an inspector suspects that the bluetongue virus exists on any premises, the Welsh Ministers may declare a temporary control zone.
(2) When a temporary control zone has been established in England which touches the border with Wales the Welsh Ministers may establish an associated temporary control zone in Wales.
(3) The location and size of the temporary control zone is to be such as the Welsh Ministers consider appropriate to prevent the spread of disease.
(4) Where a temporary control zone has been established, no person may move any animal or germinal product on to or off premises in the zone except in accordance with a licence issued by a veterinary inspector or by an inspector or officer of the Welsh Ministers acting under the instructions of a veterinary inspector.
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Source: https://www.legislation.gov.uk/wsi/2008/1090/regulation/10 (the official version)
Page: https://openlegislation.uk/bluetongue-wales-regulations-2008/regulation-10
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