Why did Britain banned individual imports of meat, dairy products from all EU countries?

England, April 12 (IANS). The United Kingdom government has included all countries of the European Union (EU) to expand the ban on individual imports of meat and dairy products. Because Khurpaka-Muhpaka disease spreads across the continent. Passengers entering the UK from Saturday will not be allowed to bring cattle, sheep, goats, pork and dairy products from all countries of the European Union for personal use. According to media reports, items such as sandwiches, cheese, processed meat, raw meat and milk are banned, either their packaging, or it is bought at fee -free stores. According to the government, the move aims to protect the health of British livestock, farmers’ safety, food security of Britain. The passengers found that carry these items must be handed over to the border, or they will be confiscated and destroyed. In severe cases, violations in England can be fined up to 5,000 pounds (US $ 6.550). Earlier this year, the British government banned personal imports of cattle, sheep, other animals and pork as well as dairy products from Germany, Hungary, Slovakia and Austria. In these countries, the outbreak of Khurpaka Mond was confirmed. However, there is no danger to people because of the disease of Khurpaka mouth. It is not a case in Britain at this time, but it is a very contagious virustic disease that affects cattle, sheep, pigs, wild pigs, deer, lamb and thorns such as Alpacah. The outbreak of this disease on the continent is a major threat to agricultural enterprises and livestock health. This can cause significant economic losses due to reducing the productivity of affected animals, limited access to international markets for meat and dairy products. -Ians mk/