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Transmissible Spongiform Encephalopathies (including Bovine Spongiform Encephalopathy and Scrapie) in Northern Ireland

Information related to Transmissible Spongiform Encephalopathies (such as Bovine Spongiform Encephalopathy (BSE) and Scrapie) in Northern Ireland.

What is BSE?

How many confirmed cases of BSE in cattle have there been in Northern Ireland?

Between 1988 and 2008, a total of 2183 cattle in 1511 herds have been confirmed as cases of BSE.

What is Scrapie?

How many confirmed cases of scrapie in sheep have there been in Northern Ireland?

Between 2000 and 2008, a total of 52 sheep in 23 flocks have been confirmed with scrapie.