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Transportation and Welfare

Fish being unloaded from transporterWhen transporting fish you must make sure that all reasonable steps are taken to safeguard the health and welfare of the fish, including the following:

  • that the duration of the journey is as short as possible
  • that the vehicle is cleaned and disinfected before the journey starts
  • that the water is changed, if appropriate (but only at an approved water changing station).

Contact the Fish Health Inspectorate based at CEFAS Weymouth for details of any approved stations.

Also, you must ensure that no water escapes from the vehicle and that any consignment of live fish or their products is accompanied by information which:

  • identifies the consignment
  • enables the farm or place of origin to be traced
  • enable the consignment to be linked to Section 30 consent valid for the shipment.

Please Note: You may also be required to obtain or submit other documents (such as journey plans) in relation to relevant animal welfare legislation. For further details please consult the Defra Animal Welfare website.

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