There's concern in the Isle of Man's farming community, following confirmation that foot and mouth disease has been found in cattle on a farm in Guildford, Surrey.

It's a situation the authorities here are taking extremely seriously, and a number of significant decisions have already been taken.

Agriculture Minister Phil Gawne explained the latest position to Graham Bell, in this extended interview (audio file attached):

The main steps taken so far are an immediate ban on the importation of all livestock into the Isle of Man; a request to all farmers not to move livestock within the Island until further notice; a request to members of the public not to go for walks in the country, with immediate effect; and the postponement of Saturday's farmers' market in Douglas.