Article 3

The transit of the animals from Ireland via the United Kingdom to other Member States, as provided for in Article 1, shall only be allowed provided that at least two working days advance notification is transmitted by the competent authority in Ireland to:

1. (a)

   the central authority of the United Kingdom;

2. (b)

   the central authority of all Member States of transit of the animals; and

3. (c)

   the central and local competent authority of the Member State of final destination.