Post-Brexit checks force live animals to travel longer distances to mainland

A lack of border inspection post at French port Calais has meant live animals from the UK have been forced to make much longer journeys to meet their destinations, the British Veterinary Association (BVA) has warned.

Abi Kay

26 April 2021 • 2 min read

Post-Brexit checks force live animals to travel longer distances to mainland

A lack of border inspection post at French port Calais has meant live animals from the UK have been forced to make much longer journeys to meet their destinations, the British Veterinary Association (BVA)...

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