Nine cases of the virus have been detected outside the zone in Cheshire, Shropshire, Somerset, Cumbria, Anglesey, Gwynedd, Cornwall and North Yorkshire
"My policy goal remains to keep bluetongue out of Wales"
“I have heard first-hand the experiences of farmers battling this disease"
"The data collected through this survey will be shared to help inform how the whole industry can best support those dealing with bluetongue, as well as informing preparations for next year's midge season"
"Bluetongue can have serious consequences for farmers"
Further outbreaks causing concern among border farmers
Farmers in Suffolk have said they are dealing with 'severe economic losses' due to current restrictions on the movement of livestock
“We appreciate the impact restrictions can have on farmers. We are committed to working with everyone affected"
Farmer-led group will have 'significant influence' says Rural Affairs Minister
"It moves me to tears hearing how challenging it is for our farmers at the minute dealing with this awful virus"