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Bluetongue virus update – 11th March 2026
External Events
11th Mar 2026
from 5pm - 6pm
Online Webinar
During this webinar we’ll share the latest updates on the current bluetongue virus situation and discuss upcoming changes for the 2026 high-risk period.
Speakers
- Gordon Hickman, Head of Exotic Disease Policy, Defra
- Jim Jack, Bluetongue Policy Lead, Scottish Government
- Estevao Simoes, Veterinary Adviser exotic and endemic diseases, International Trade, Scottish Government
- Natalie Sampson, Deputy Chief Veterinary Officer, Welsh Government
The webinar will close with a Q&A session and you can also submit questions in advance.
Register today
This event forms part of a series of webinars that we are running to share timely and accurate information to help you understand what the latest updates mean for the UK.
If you are unable to attend, please still register and you will be sent a recording following the event.