Extra measures in place at Crufts to protect against coronavirus

There will be additional safety measures in place ahead of the Crufts dog show (March 5 - 8) at the NEC in Birmingham because of the coronavirus outbreak.

Thousands of people travel across the world to visit the world's biggest dog show, but this year organisers are taking extra precaution as more news breaks about COVID-19.

Our reporter Charlotte Cross spoke to Bill Lambert who is the Senior Health and Welfare Manager at the Kennel Club.

Mr Lambert said that they are putting 3,000 additional hand sanitisers across the venue and signs reminding people to 'catch it, bin it, kill it' to protect visitors at the event.

Despite concerns from some people about the event, Mr Lambert has said that it is still going ahead but are reminding people to take extra care of themselves and pets during this time.

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