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Border biosecurity control failings a 'disaster' waiting to happen with concern over meat entering the UK

The Livestock Chain Advisory Group has urged Defra Secretary Steve Reed to launch an immediate review into border security controls at the Port of Dover following concerns the current system has posed a threat to national disease security and increased food crime

Chris Brayford

11 August 2024 鈥� 5 min read

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"An African Swine Fever outbreak alone could result in an export ban on UK pork, valued at 拢570 million."

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Border biosecurity control failings a 'disaster' waiting to happen with concern over meat entering the UK

The Livestock Chain Advisory Group has urged Defra Secretary Steve Reed to launch an immediate review into border security controls at the Port of Dover following concerns the current system has posed a threat to national disease security and increased food crime

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