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Defra also confirmed seven new cases of the virus have been reported in the 'Restriction Zone' over the weekend

Wales' Chief Veterinary Officer Richard Irvine: "Wales has never had a case of bluetongue, but with the changing situation, we are encouraging people to be vigilant and prepared for bluetongue"

APHA confirmed the case was detected at a farm near Withernsea on Wednesday (September 4)

"Please be aware that things are changing quickly"

APHA said there have been 167 cases of the virus in the UK since November 2023

Dr Jason Aldiss, of the Association of Independent Meat Suppliers, said: "With resources stretched thin due to the conflict, farmers are struggling to protect their herds, further jeopardising their livelihoods."

Norwich Livestock Market has confirmed sheep sales will be cancelled on Saturday (August 31) due to recent cases of bluetongue

The project, led by APHA, will collect and analyse samples from a range of bird and mammal populations to better understand how the virus behaves

"This detection is a clear reminder of the threat of the disease"

The UK's Chief Veterinary Officer said 4,000 cases of bluetongue had been reported across the continent in Belgium, Germany and the Netherlands