Dorset Council are currently unable to access samples for the purpose of monitoring marine biotoxins, phytoplankton and E-coli. In the interest of protecting public health, Dorset Council, in line with advice from the Food Standards Agency, have taken the decision to temporarily close the following classified shellfish beds.
| Classification area | Species | Area classification |
| Lyme Bay – SY66577393 | Razor Clams (Ensis Spp) | Class A |
Collection of affected animals from an area which is temporarily closed amounts to the commission of a criminal offence under regulation 19 of the Food Safety and Hygiene (England) Regulations 2013 S.I. 2013 No 2996. On conviction, a fine or imprisonment for a term of up to two years or both might be imposed.
As there might be a risk to health, private individuals are strongly advised not to gather shellfish, specified above, from these areas for their own consumption.
