Article 2d Suspension and restoration of disease-free statusF1

Where the appropriate authority has reason to believe that any of the conditions for maintaining disease-free status are no longer met in respect of their constituent GB territory, zone or compartment, the appropriate authority must apply the provisions of Part 4 of the Aquatic Animal Health Regulations.

Where the epizootic investigation required by Part 4 of the Aquatic Animal Health Regulations confirms that the conditions for maintaining disease-free status are still met, the disease-free status of the constituent GB territory, zone or compartment may be restored.

Where the epizootic investigation confirms a significant likelihood that infection has occurred, the disease-free status of the constituent GB territory, zone or compartment must be withdrawn. The requirements laid down in Annex 5 to Directive 2006/88/EC must be complied with before disease-free status is restored.