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Bluetongue virus restrictions eased
Western Mail
|August 19, 2025
BLUETONGUE virus restrictions in Wales have been relaxed, permitting vaccinated livestock to cross the border for sale at English markets.
As of yesterday, livestock that have completed their bluetongue vaccination course (BTV-3) will be allowed to travel to markets within 12 miles (20km) of the Welsh border.
Wales' chief veterinary officer Richard Irvine described bluetongue, a virus spread through midge bites that affects cattle, sheep, and goats - and which causes ulcers around the animal's mouth and face - as “a potentially devastating disease”.
Mr Irvine added: “As part of keeping our commitment to review of our bluetongue policy we have held regular stakeholder discussions.
“From these a phased approach to facilitate autumn sales has been agreed that balances industry needs against the risk of disease incursion.
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