Inspection during transportation including roadside checks

In conjunction with the Police we conduct roadside checks on any vehicles that are being used for the transportation of animals. This will also include trailers and horseboxes.

The vehicles are checked to ensure that they are safe and suitable for the animals being transported. The condition of the animals together with accompanying documentation is inspected, along with journey time details, in a similar detailed manner as previously described.

Transporter Authorisation Application Forms and Guidance Notes are available from the Defra website.

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