S.L. 437.42 Art. 21Community controls.

(1) Experts from the European Commission may make on-the-spot checks in co-operation with the Veterinary Services of the territory of Malta, insofar as is necessary for the uniform application of these regulations. The Veterinary Services shall provide the experts with all the assistance necessary for carrying out their duties. The European Commission shall inform the Veterinary Services of the results of the checks made. The rules for the application of this regulation, and in particular those governing the procedure for co-operation with the national authorities, shall be adopted in accordance with the procedure referred to in regulation 24(2).

(2) European Community checks concerning third countries shall be made in accordance with articles 20 and 21 of European Union Council Directive 97/78/EC.

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