S.L. 437.60 Art. 3Authorisations of movement of equidae and exemptions.

The competent authority shall authorise the movement of equidae registered in Malta or send equidae to another Member

State only where they satisfy the conditions laid down in rules 4

and 5. However, the competent authority at destination may grant general or limited exemption in respect of movement of equidae which -

(a) are being ridden or taken, for sporting or recreational purposes, along roads situated near internal borders of the Community;

(b) are taking part in cultural or similar events or in activities organised by authorised local bodies situated near internal borders of the Community;

(c) are intended solely for temporary pasturing or work near internal borders of the Community. When making use of such authorisation, the competent authority shall inform the Commission of the content of the exemptions granted.