Shellfish Harvesting Classifications Scotland: 2003–2004

Tuesday 22 June 2004

The list of classifications given for 2004 for shellfish harvesting areas around Scotland

The Classification of Shellfish Harvesting Areas Document, 2004, is attached for your information. This document has been finalised following the appeals process which is now complete for this year. The document should be able to provide you with all current shellfish harvesting area details.

The following documentation is attached:

• The classification document
• An explanatory note to further clarify the protocol and the use of the current SIN number system
• The protocol for shellfish classifications
• an application form for use if you wish a new site to be considered for classification (CAF 1)
• An explanation of the appeals procedure
• An application form for appeal is provided for use if necessary (AAF 1)

The classification document is divided into each Local Authority. The details of each site for each Local Authority are then stipulated, with any declassified sites being noted in a separate table at the end of that section.

Each Production Area has been provided with a Site Identification Number (SIN). It is essential that this number is used on all future laboratory sample submission forms. This will assist us all in accurately managing sample resultsIt is the intention of the Food Standards Agency Scotland to produce a document that is user friendly and clear in terms of procedure for classifications and appeals. I would welcome any comments that you may have about this production and whether it meets your needs.

If you have any queries regarding the contents of this publication, please do not hesitate to contact Lorna Murray on 01224 285114.