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<p>The unprecedented expansion of oak processionary moth (OPM) on the continent has
led to intercepts of OPM on oak trees imported from ten nurseries in the Netherlands
and one nursery in Germany (as at 19<sup>th</sup> July 2019). Swift action is being
taken by the UK Plant Health Service to eradicate recent findings, including surveillance,
tracing work and the destruction of caterpillars and infested trees.</p><p> </p><p>Emergency
measures were introduced on 15<sup>th</sup> July to strengthen the import requirements
for oak trees to reduce the risk of spread of this pest and protect the health of
oak in the UK.</p>
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