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<p>The Animal and Plant Health Agency (APHA), as an executive agency of Defra, delivers
Defra’s animal health and welfare and plant health policy, including in the area of
illegal dog imports, which was discussed at the Ministerial meeting in question. APHA
and Defra colleagues are in continual communication about how to best shape and deliver
this important policy area.</p><p> </p><p>Regarding further collaboration between
Defra and Border Force, we are taking forward our work to disrupt illegal imports
of dogs as part of a wider refresh of our engagement at points of entry. Specifically,
this includes APHA working more closely with Border Force to further improve operational
processes at port, as well as exploring options for more mutual sharing of intelligence
and intelligence led work.</p>
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