EHV: last British horses due to leave Valencia

One more horse has died, but there have been no new reported outbreaks of the virus linked to shows in Spain

- BECKY MURRAY

THERE have been no new reported outbreaks of equine herpes virus (EHV-1) linked to Spain – although one more horse has died – as the remaining British horses in Valencia prepare to return home, and plans are discussed for the resumption of international competition.

More than four weeks since the European outbreak started at the CES Valencia showjumping tour on 20 February, plans for the departure of the remaining horses at the venue are continuing. Last week seven British horses left Valencia – and as H&H went to press the FEI said the final four British horses are scheduled to leave on 31 March, subject to negative test results.