The UK's Premier Agricultural Machinery and Technology Show

20–21 January 2027, NEC, Birmingham

Event Details

MP demands urgent action as South West becomes bluetongue hotspot

Jane Thynne
Head of News and Business
clock • 2 min read
LibDem rural affairs spokesperson and Glastonbury and Somerton MP Sarah Dyke says more must be done to fight bluetongue
Image:

LibDem rural affairs spokesperson and Glastonbury and Somerton MP Sarah Dyke says more must be done to fight bluetongue

A South West MP has demanded urgent action as bluetongue cases rise across Somerset and Devon. Liberal Democrat Rural Affairs spokesperson Sarah Dyke has called on the Government to take urgent action...

To continue reading...

Already a member? Login for full access.

Login

New to Farmers Guardian? Register for 1 free article per week or become a member for unlimited access to essential farming news and insights.

article-img-580x358
Register for free Join Now

 

More on Animal Health

Farmers urged to plan for bluetongue 2027 as cases in Wales hit 500
Animal Health

Farmers urged to plan for bluetongue 2027 as cases in Wales hit 500

Chief Veterinary Officer Dr Richard Irvine warns disease will persist over the winter

Jane Thynne
Jane Thynne
clock 29 October 2026 • 2 min read
Meat sector body urges Gov to delay pig stunning consultation until SPS deal signed
Animal Health

Meat sector body urges Gov to delay pig stunning consultation until SPS deal signed

AIMS asks how new proposals will be implemented alongside EU rules

Jane Thynne
Jane Thynne
clock 26 October 2026 • 2 min read
CO2 pig stunning to be phased out as Gov seeks more 'humane' slaughter methods
Animal Health

CO2 pig stunning to be phased out as Gov seeks more 'humane' slaughter methods

Argon gas and electrified methods will be introduced to reduce animal suffering

Jane Thynne
Jane Thynne
clock 26 October 2026 • 3 min read