Britain's Billion-Pound Biosecurity Investment
Britain is set to invest £1 billion to establish a biosecurity centre aimed at preventing future pandemics by detecting high-risk animal diseases. The National Biosecurity Centre, expected to be fully operational in 2033/34, is part of a broader National Security Strategy to enhance public health and food security.
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The UK government announced a £1 billion investment to establish a new biosecurity centre focusing on preventing future pandemics through early detection of high-risk animal diseases. This initiative, expected to be fully operational by 2033/34, reflects Britain's commitment to bolstering its biosecurity measures.
Set to be located in Surrey, the centre is part of a broader National Security Strategy. Environment Secretary Steve Reed highlighted its significance, assuring better protection for farmers and food producers, strengthening food security, and safeguarding public health against future pandemics.
The facility will join a network of laboratories designed to tackle biological security risks, including those posed by hostile nations. The strategy underscores Britain's proactive approach to addressing emerging biological threats.
(With inputs from agencies.)
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