Legislation Details
- Full Title: Cabinet Resolution Concerning the Executive Regulations of Federal Law on the Prevention and Control of Communicable and Epidemic Animal Diseases
- Law Type: Federal Law
- Law Number: No. (25) of 2014
- Issued Date: 17 Jul 2014
- Effective Date: 25 Jul 2014
- Official Gazette: No. 567
- Sector: Environment and Natural Resources
- Status: Active
- Number of Articles: 31
- Chapters/Parts: 0
- Amendments: 0
Summary
This Cabinet Resolution establishes the executive regulations for Federal Law No. (8) of 2013 on the Prevention and Control of Communicable and Epidemic Animal Diseases. It outlines the preventive measures, reporting requirements, and actions to be taken by authorities and animal owners when communicable or epidemic animal diseases are suspected or confirmed. The Resolution aims to safeguard animal and public health in the UAE by controlling the spread of such diseases. It is an important piece of legislation for veterinarians, livestock owners, and government agencies involved in animal health and disease management. (Cabinet Resolution Concerning the Executive Regulations of Federal Law on the Prevention and Control of Communicable and Epidemic Animal Diseases, 2014)
What is the scope and purpose of this law?
The scope of this Cabinet Resolution is to provide the executive regulations for Federal Law No. (8) of 2013 on the Prevention and Control of Communicable and Epidemic Animal Diseases. It applies to all animals, including mammals, birds, reptiles, amphibians, fish, and bees, within the United Arab Emirates. The purpose is to establish the preventive measures, reporting requirements, and actions to be taken by authorities and animal owners to control the spread of communicable, epidemic, and common animal diseases. (Cabinet Resolution Concerning the Executive Regulations of Federal Law on the Prevention and Control of Communicable and Epidemic Animal Diseases, 2014, Art. 1)
What are the key definitions under this law?
The Resolution provides the following key definitions:
- State: United Arab Emirates
- Law: Federal Law No. (8) of 2013 On the Prevention and Control of Communicable and Epidemic Animal Diseases
- Ministry: The Ministry of Environment and Water
- Competent Authority: The Local Authority concerned with Animal Health Affairs in every Emirate
- Health Authority: Ministry of Health and the Local Health Bodies in the State
- Facilities: Any place wherein animals are kept, detained, bred, raised, slaughtered, treated, or transported
- Veterinarian: A person holding an accredited bachelor's degree in veterinary medicine and a practice license from the Ministry
- Government Veterinarian: A veterinarian working for the Ministry or the Competent Authority
- Communicable Disease: Any disease caused by a pathogenic agent and transmissible from one organism to another
- Epidemic Disease: Communicable diseases which develop and spread rapidly
- Common Disease: Any disease or spread of a pathogen which transmits from animals to humans
- Epidemiological Surveillance: The ongoing collection, comparison, and analysis of specimens and information to identify the animal health status
- Quarantine: Restricting the transport of animals which are ill or suspected to be affected by a communicable, epidemiological or common disease
- Animal Owner: The owner, possessor, guard, observer, or caregiver of animals
(Cabinet Resolution Concerning the Executive Regulations of Federal Law on the Prevention and Control of Communicable and Epidemic Animal Diseases, 2014, Art. 1)
What are the main obligations and requirements?
The main obligations and requirements under this Resolution include: 1. Animal owners and veterinarians must immediately notify the Competent Authority or police of any suspected communicable or epidemic diseases. The Competent Authority must then report this to the Ministry within 24 hours. (Cabinet Resolution Concerning the Executive Regulations of Federal Law on the Prevention and Control of Communicable and Epidemic Animal Diseases, 2014, Art. 2(a)) 2. The Minister can declare any area an "epidemic area" and it will not be considered a "disease-free zone" until the Minister issues a resolution to that effect. (Cabinet Resolution Concerning the Executive Regulations of Federal Law on the Prevention and Control of Communicable and Epidemic Animal Diseases, 2014, Art. 2(b)) 3. The Ministry or Competent Authority must notify the Health Authority of any common diseases that emerge to take necessary actions. (Cabinet Resolution Concerning the Executive Regulations of Federal Law on the Prevention and Control of Communicable and Epidemic Animal Diseases, 2014, Art. 2(c)) 4. Government veterinarians must take various actions when suspecting a communicable or epidemic disease, including obtaining samples, restricting animal movement, and preventing sale or slaughter of suspected animals. (Cabinet Resolution Concerning the Executive Regulations of Federal Law on the Prevention and Control of Communicable and Epidemic Animal Diseases, 2014, Art. 3) 5. The government veterinarian must take measures to control, eradicate or limit the spread of a suspected disease, such as quarantining animals, disinfecting facilities, and safely disposing of carcasses. (Cabinet Resolution Concerning the Executive Regulations of Federal Law on the Prevention and Control of Communicable and Epidemic Animal Diseases, 2014, Art. 4)
What licensing, registration, or approval requirements exist?
The legislation does not specify any licensing, registration, or approval requirements under this Cabinet Resolution.
What rights and protections does this law provide?
The legislation does not explicitly outline any specific rights or protections provided under this Cabinet Resolution.
Which authorities or bodies are responsible for enforcement?
The key authorities and bodies responsible for enforcement under this Resolution are: 1. The Ministry of Environment and Water - responsible for overall coordination, providing ongoing evaluation, and performing epidemiological surveillance. (Cabinet Resolution Concerning the Executive Regulations of Federal Law on the Prevention and Control of Communicable and Epidemic Animal Diseases, 2014, Art. 6(a)) 2. The Competent Authority (Local Authority for Animal Health Affairs) - responsible for applying health standards, supervising biosecurity and disposal measures, coordinating epidemiological surveillance, and organizing markets. (Cabinet Resolution Concerning the Executive Regulations of Federal Law on the Prevention and Control of Communicable and Epidemic Animal Diseases, 2014, Art. 6(b)) 3. Police Stations - responsible for preventing movement of animals, products, and people in and out of epidemic areas. (Cabinet Resolution Concerning the Executive Regulations of Federal Law on the Prevention and Control of Communicable and Epidemic Animal Diseases, 2014, Art. 6(c)) 4. Government Veterinarians - responsible for restricting animal movement, supervising health procedures, and reporting to authorities. (Cabinet Resolution Concerning the Executive Regulations of Federal Law on the Prevention and Control of Communicable and Epidemic Animal Diseases, 2014, Art. 6(d))
What are the penalties for non-compliance?
The legislation does not specify any penalties for non-compliance under this Cabinet Resolution.
What fees, charges, or financial provisions are specified?
The legislation does not outline any fees, charges, or financial provisions in this Cabinet Resolution.
What exemptions or exceptions apply?
The legislation does not provide any exemptions or exceptions under this Cabinet Resolution.
How are disputes resolved under this law?
The legislation does not outline any dispute resolution mechanisms under this Cabinet Resolution.
What are the key deadlines and time limits?
The key deadlines and time limits specified in this Resolution are: 1. The Competent Authority or police station must report a suspected communicable or epidemic disease to the Ministry within 24 hours of being informed. (Cabinet Resolution Concerning the Executive Regulations of Federal Law on the Prevention and Control of Communicable and Epidemic Animal Diseases, 2014, Art. 2(a))
How does this law interact with other UAE legislation?
This Cabinet Resolution is issued in relation to and provides the executive regulations for Federal Law No. (8) of 2013 on the Prevention and Control of Communicable and Epidemic Animal Diseases. (Cabinet Resolution Concerning the Executive Regulations of Federal Law on the Prevention and Control of Communicable and Epidemic Animal Diseases, 2014)
When did this law come into effect?
This Cabinet Resolution No. (25) of 2014 came into effect on 25 July 2014, as per the Effective Date stated. (Cabinet Resolution Concerning the Executive Regulations of Federal Law on the Prevention and Control of Communicable and Epidemic Animal Diseases, 2014, Art. 15)
Source Documents
This article analyses Cabinet Resolution Concerning the Executive Regulations of Federal Law on the Prevention and Control of Communicable and Epidemic Animal Diseases for legal research and educational purposes. For the purpose of interpretation and application, reference must be made to the original Arabic text. In case of conflict, the Arabic text prevails. This does not constitute legal advice.