The DLD order on temporary suspension of importation of live poultry and poultry carcasses from the United Kingdom to prevent the spread of Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (Serotype H5N8)

The OIE has reported an outbreak of Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI) Serotype H5N8 in Frodsham, Cheshire, United Kingdom. Therefore, it is necessary for Thailand to prevent the entry of Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI) disease into the country. By the virtue of Animal Epidemics Act B.E. 2558 (2015), the importation of live poultry and poultry carcasses from Cheshire, United Kingdom is temporarily suspended for a period of 90 days after date of publication in the Thai Royal Gazette (15 December 2020).