‌"To protect UK farmers and animals from diseases like Foot and Mouth, meat and dairy products can't be brought into Great Britain. ‌There are numerous guidelines on the Gov.uk website regarding bringing food into Great Britain, including rules on meat, dairy, fish, fruit, vegetables, nuts, seeds, and pet food. ‌Meat, dairy, fish and animal productsThe rules on bringing meat, dairy, fish and other animal products depend on the country you’re bringing it from. From countries outside the EU you cannot bring in pet food, unless your pet needs it for health-related reasons. You should have evidence that the pet food is needed for health-related reasons, such as a letter from your vet.

Source: Daily Mirror February 25, 2026 13:26 UTC