# Commission regulation (EC) No 865/2006 of 4 May 2006 laying down detailed rules concerning the implementation of Council Regulation (EC) No 338/97 on the protection of species of wild fauna and flora by regulating trade therein, Article 32: Issuing authority

Extent: E+W+S+N.I.

1. Where the travelling exhibition originates in Great Britain, the issuing authority for a travelling exhibition certificate shall be the management authority ....
2. A travelling exhibition certificate issued by a third country is valid for use in Great Britain provided that—
(a) the certificate has not expired;
(b) it conforms to the format and content requirements set out in Annex 3 of CITES Resolution Conf. 12.3;
(c) the specimen covered by the certificate is clearly marked and is accompanied by the original certificate and any required continuation sheets;
(d) the issuing authority is listed as a management authority by the Convention Secretariat; and
(e) the management authority is satisfied there is no history of non-compliance associated with the certificate or the specimen or specimens to which the certificate applies.
3. Where, during a stay in Great Britain, an animal covered by a travelling exhibition certificate gives birth, the management authority ... shall be notified and shall issue a permit or certificate as appropriate.

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Source: https://www.legislation.gov.uk/eur/2006/865/article/32 (the official version)
Page: https://openlegislation.uk/eu-regulation-2006-865/article-32
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