Bluetongue virus update webinar – 9 September 2026
September 21, 2026
Bluetongue virus update webinar – 9 September 2026
Bluetongue, Bluetongue virus technical webinar
Chair: Zoe Lloyd - Animal Health & Welfare Scientist AHDB
Speakers: Gordon Hickman, Head of Exotic Disease Policy, Defra, Estevao Simoes, Scottish Government , Louise Thompson, Quality Meat Scotland, Bruce McConachie, Quality Meat Scotland, Alistair Padkin, Nithsdale Farm Vets, Institute of Auctioneers and Appraisers in Scotland
The session held on 9 September 2026 included:
An update on bluetongue case numbers, as well as an overview of movement controls in Scotland from 10 September 2026.
With insights from representatives from Defra, the Scottish Government, Quality Meat Scotland, Institute of Auctioneers and Appraisers in Scotland and Nithsdale Farm Vets.