The multiannual programme for the eradication of viral haemorrhagic septicaemia (VHS) submitted by Denmark is hereby approved for the period of 1 January 2009 to 31 December 2013.The multiannual programme for the eradication of koi herpes virus disease (KHV) submitted by Germany is hereby approved for the period of 1 January 2009 to 31 December 2014.