Get and use bar code labels for your holding
You get bar code labels when you register your holding. If you run out, the British Cattle Movement Service will send you more on request.
The British Cattle Movement Service (BCMS) uses bar code labels (also called holding address labels) to read information about holdings automatically. Cattle keepers receive a supply of bar code labels when they first register their holding with BCMS.
Request more bar code labels
If you need more bar codes, you can call the automated barcode label line on 0345 050 1234 and select option 2. This service is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
To use this service you must be a registered cattle keeper and leave the correct CPH number to ensure the labels are issued to you.
Or you can use the ‘contact BCMS’ function on Cattle Tracing System (CTS) Online.
BCMS will send you new bar code labels for free.
When you receive the labels, check the information on them is correct. If it isn’t, contact BCMS. Store the labels securely.
What to use bar code labels for
You need to use bar codes on:
- application forms for cattle passports
- movement cards in chequebook-style passports
- passport movement summaries
- passport death details sections
Contact
British Cattle Movement Service
Curwen Road
Derwent Howe
Workington
Cumbria
CA14 2DD
Email bcmsenquiries@rpa.gov.uk
BCMS helpline 0345 050 1234
Helpline for cattle keepers in Wales 0345 050 3456
Normal BCMS helpline opening hours: Monday to Friday 8:30am to 5pm, closed weekends and bank holidays. All calls charged at local rate.
Last updated 26 February 2021 + show all updates
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Updated option for requesting barcodes using the automated service
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First published.
