Foreign food import advice plea to travel industry
Monday, 13 Oct, 2009
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More than half of holidaymakers want advice on what food they are allowed to bring back into the UK from countries outside the European Union.
The results of research conducted by the Department for Environment, Food, and Rural Affairs shows that 55% of travellers would like their travel agent or holiday representative to advise them on the issue.
A Government “Don’t bring it back!” campaign is encouraging the travel industry to help travellers and ensure they don’t inadvertently break the law and also avoid having bags searched and food products seized when returning to the UK.
Agents and reps are in a strong position to explain that the rules are in place to reduce the risk of diseases like foot and mouth disease and bird flu entering the UK and putting people, animals and agriculture at risk, according to Defra.
Around 85 tonnes of illegal animal products was seized from travellers last year, including meat and dairy products, fish including shellfish, and honey.
Key advice to travellers is:
· *When travelling outside the EU, remember there are strict rules about bringing foods back into the UK
· *All meat and dairy products are banned and restrictions apply to certain other foodstuffs such as fish, shellfish, honey and certain fruits and vegetables
· *Before travelling, use the ‘Can I bring it back?’ food-checker to see examples of local products which can and cannot be brought back from popular destinations outside the EU: www.direct.gov.uk/dontbringmeback
by Phil Davies
Phil Davies
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