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Calf of Man – Foot & Mouth Precautions 14 September 2007 Following the latest outbreak of Foot & Mouth Disease in Egham, Surrey Manx National Heritage has been liaising closely with the Department of Agriculture, Fisheries & Forestry with regard to the potential need for restrictions to MNH lands, including the Calf of Man. Acting on the latest advice MNH has today announced, in accordance with recent DAFF announcements, that it will not be closing any of its heritage sites to the public at present, but it is asking visitors to travel responsibly and follow the DAFF advice for walkers in the Island. Steve Blackford, Head of Properties Management for Manx National Heritage, said: “Our colleagues at DAFF have been proactive in assessing the likely risks from the latest outbreak and concluded that closure of lands and footpaths is not currently necessary. We welcome and encourage visitors to enjoy all of our countryside sites so we are delighted to be able follow this lead but we would urge everyone to respect the DAFF Minister’s appeal to “Arrive Clean : Leave Clean” and to follow DAFF’s advice to walkers”. MNH are however asking for special consideration to be given by visitors planning trips to the Calf of Man: Steve Blackford continued: “The MNH landholding at most risk is probably the Calf of Man where we have a flock of Loghtan sheep. This is also a very important time of year for the Bird Observatory on the Calf which monitors and records migrating species. We would like to make a special appeal to everyone who might be considering a visit during the next seven to ten days, while the current uncertainty over the situation in the UK continues, to think carefully about whether they really have to make the trip and to defer it if possible. We would of course be delighted to welcome all those who are interested in the unique scenery and environment on the Calf to visit as soon as the situation in the UK has been clarified” Visitors to MNH sites should check the local press and radio for further announcements as the situation develops or may contact the Manx Museum on 648000 for up to date information on closures or visit the MNH website at www.storyofmann.com More stories >>>
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