UK ban on EU cheese and meat: What it means for you

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The temporary measure by the government is aimed at stopping the spread of foot and mouth disease.

However, many people who have travelled from the EU to Great Britain since the weekend told the BBC they were unaware of the measure and were not told - with no signs in the airport and no checks carried out.

It covers items such as sandwiches and cured meats as well as raw meats and milk "regardless of whether it is packed or packaged or whether it has been bought at duty free".

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Category: Business

Markets: United KingdomIreland

Topics: Meat Great Disease Banned Animals Mouth Foot Dairy Products Government Meats

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News Sentiment: Negative

Fact Checked: Legitimate

Article Type: News Report

Published On: 2025-04-17 @ 13:20:57 (2 days ago)

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News Source URL: bbc.com

Language: English

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