Association of Port Health Authorities

Swine Influenza Update

12 May 2009

As the global community continues to monitor the spread of Influenza A(H1N1), the Department for Transport has issued a note to transport sector stakeholders encouraging a harmonised response to the outbreak. 

This is in line with the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO)’s Electronic Bulletin EB 2009/13, which details procedures for reporting of suspected cases of Influenza A(H1N1) and passenger tracing using Passenger Location Cards (PLC). 

The Department for Transport has set up a dedicated inquiry line for industry aviation stakeholders.  Stakeholders can email james.gilderoy@dft.gsi.gov.uk or phone 020 7944 5847 during office hours. 

Off-office inquiries should be directed to Simon Knight through the Department’s Duty Office at: 020 7944 5999 or via email at: simon.knight@dft.gsi.gov.uk

More information can be accessed by clicking the following link:

Note to Transport Sector Stakeholders May 7 

For airlines with suspected cases of swine flu aboard, HPA guidance for aircraft cleaning can be viewed by clicking the following link:

Interim Guidance for Aircraft with Suspected Cases of Influenza A(H1N1) 

Archived Swine Flu Guidance for Port Health Authorities and Local Authorities:

Concerned members of the public should refer to the Health Protection Agency's dedicated webpage. 

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