Scots get foot & mouth text alerts
Rural communities in Scotland are to get help and advice on the latest foot and mouth outbreak by text.
The service, operated by the Scottish Executive, will provide subscribers with the latest information – including relaxation of movement restrictions.
According to Richard Lochhead, Cabinet Secretary for Rural Affairs and the Environment, “This is an anxious time for many people and it is vitally important that they can access accurate information as quickly as possible.
“We are doing all we can to help our rural communities through the current difficulties. The new text message service should be particularly useful to busy farmers often out in fields and all the other groups in the livestock industry whose work means they are out and about.
“This way, they can get an early heads-up on changes will direct affect them and they can plan accordingly. I hope many folk will use it.”
To sign up for the service, text FMD to 07781 482146.
