# The Importation of Hay and Straw Order 1979, Article 4: Exceptions

Extent: E+W+S

The prohibition in article 3 of this order shall not apply to the landing of—
(a) hay or straw which at the time of landing is being used for packing merchandise;
(b) goods or articles manufactured from straw; or
(c) esparto grass.

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Source: https://www.legislation.gov.uk/uksi/1979/1703/article/4 (the official version)
Page: https://openlegislation.uk/importation-of-hay-and-straw-order-1979/article-4
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