Veterinary investigation as to the existence of diseaseE+W+S
7.—(1) Where, for any reason, the Secretary of State considers it necessary to establish whether or not disease exists on any premises or means of transport, a veterinary inspector may carry out such inquiries, examinations and tests and take such samples as he considers necessary.
(2) A veterinary inspector may mark, or cause to be marked, for identification purposes any animal, carcase or other thing in relation to which any of the powers under paragraph (1) have been exercised.
(3) No person shall deface, obliterate or remove any mark applied under paragraph (2)
(4) The person in charge of the premises or means of transport or any person in his employment shall render such reasonable assistance to a veterinary inspector as he may require for the purpose of facilitating the exercise of his powers under paragraph (1) or (2).