The UK has banned the import of raw milk cheeses from France and Italy, primarily due to safety concerns stemming from Lumpy Skin Disease in cattle. This ban affects popular cheeses such as artisan brie, roquefort, and pecorino, which remain available across Europe. The regulations apply to cheeses made from unpasturised milk, with exemptions for those produced before May 23rd if proper documentation is available. The enforcement primarily targets commercial imports, impacting consumers who may want to bring cheese back from Europe.
The UK has imposed a ban on imports of raw milk cheeses from France and Italy due to safety concerns, despite these cheeses remaining available throughout Europe.
UK residents can no longer import beloved cheeses such as artisan-produced brie or roquefort from France and traditional pecorino from Italy.
Imported cheeses made with unpasturised milk are subject to this ban, affecting famous varieties like Vacherin and Mimolette, mainly from France.
The ban was enacted following an outbreak of Lumpy Skin Disease in Italy, impacting the UK's stance on imports from that country.
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