... relevant statistics and case studies to support the arguments. Finally the conclusion will explore whether the government chose the correct strategy for control highlighting what can be learnt from the FMD. FMD is a viral disease affecting cloven-hoofed animals such as cattle and sheep. It is considered one of the most infectious animal diseases spreading by direct or indirect contact with infected animals. It is not a fatal disease (most recover within two weeks) and poses no threat to human health. However, its long term effect on the animals' productivity raises primary concern for farmers already suffering severe financial losses in agriculture production. The first case of FMD was confirmed by the Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food (MAFF) in February 2001 in Essex, south-east England. This was the first major outbreak of the disease in Britain since 1967 and was consequently "...one of the most serious economic and social crises to ...

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