Movement of eggs from premises where low pathogenic avian influenza is confirmedE+W+S
48.—(1) If the Secretary of State directs that poultry on any premises where low pathogenic avian influenza is confirmed are to be slaughtered at a slaughterhouse, she must not license the movement of eggs off the premises prior to the poultry being sent for slaughter unless she is satisfied that the movement would not significantly increase the risk of the spread of low pathogenic avian influenza.
(2) The Secretary of State may only license the movement of such eggs—
(a)to a designated packing centre, in disposable packaging;
(b)to an establishment for the manufacture of egg products; or
(c)for disposal.