Avian Influenza Prevention Zone with mandatory housing measures is now in force across areas of England.

In response to a significant increase of findings of avian influenza in kept and wild birds, an Avian Influenza Prevention Zone (AIPZ) with mandatory housing measures is now in force to protect poultry & captive birds.

This applies to all keepers of over 50 birds and all keepers who sell or give away eggs or poultry products (even if they keep fewer than 50 birds) in:

All keepers of over 50 birds and all keepers who sell or give away eggs or poultry products (even if they keep fewer than 50 birds) in these areas must house their birds and continue to follow stringent biosecurity measures. If you fall into a Protection Zone outside of these areas, you must also house your birds.

The declaration will take effect from 00:01 on 30 October 2025. Bird keepers are advised to check if they are in a bird flu disease zone on this map and read further advice on how to comply with the requirements. Keepers are encouraged to take action to prevent bird flu and stop it spreading and be vigilant for signs of disease and report it to keep birds safe. 

Please see the press release on GOV.UK for more information.

The AIPZ requiring mandatory biosecurity measures remains in place across GB.

Please also check the disease control zones on our avian influenza interactive map to see what restrictions are in place.

Definitive requirements are set out in the published declarations for each disease control zone currently in force. More information is available on GOV.UK.

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