Highly pathogenic avian influenza H5N1 have been confirmed at a premises near Wetheral, Cumberland, Cumbria.

A 3km Protection Zone and a 10km Surveillance Zone has been put in place around the premises. Further information about this case is available on GOV.UK.

An Avian Influenza Prevention Zone (AIPZ) with mandatory biosecurity measures is also in force across Great Britain.

All bird keepers must follow the stringent biosecurity measures in addition to following any Protection/Surveillance Zone in their area to prevent future outbreaks.

Please check the disease control zones on our avian influenza interactive map to see what restrictions are in place and the biosecurity guidance available on GOV.​UK.

Please also check GOV.UK for the latest information.

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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