Rabies Protection
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Information and advice about rabies protection is supported by Community & Neighbourhood Services, Food Safety & Licensing.
The UK has been completely rabies free for many years and there are well prepared contingency plans for dealing with any possible outbreak.
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Responsibility
Responsibility for dealing with cases of rabies in animals lies with the Department for Environment Food and Rural Affairs (DEFRA).
Environmental Health is responsibility for dealing with cases of rabies in humans.
Contingency arrangements and the Rabies Contingency Plan for Lincolnshire is coordinated by Lincolnshire County Council.
Notification
The first alerting to a suspected case of rabies is likely to come from a veterinary surgeon or a member of the public reporting a suspect animal to either the Police, Council or DEFRA.
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If you have any queries about the information provided above, or require further information, please contact Customer Services on 01775 761161 or email info@sholland.gov.uk.
