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

Defra Secretary Steve Reed has been urged to take swift action to improve border control measures after livestock groups raised concern regarding current biosecurity controls in operation for meat entering...

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