The DLD order on temporary suspension of importation and transit of live poultry and poultry carcasses from the United Kingdom to prevent the spread of Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (Subtype H5N1)

According to the announcement of the Government Gazette dated 5 April 2023, the suspension for importation and transit of live poultry and poultry carcasses from the United Kingdom since 5 April 2023 has expired on 4 July 2023. However, the WOAH has reported a continued outbreak of Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI) in many areas of the United Kingdom. Therefore, it is necessary for Thailand to prevent the entry of Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI) disease into the country. By virtue of the Animal Epidemics Act B.E. 2558 (2015), the importation and transit of live poultry and poultry carcasses from Cumbria, Lancashire and Sussex of the United Kingdom is temporarily suspended for a period of 90 days after the date of publication in the Thai Royal Gazette (26 July 2023).