Avian Influenza Protection Zones across England, Scotland and Wales

Defra has also announced new housing measures in York, North Yorkshire and Shropshire

Rachael Brown
Chief Reporter
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It is now a legal requirement for all bird keepers in England and Scotland to follow strict biosecurity measures to help protect their flocks from the threat of the avian influenza.
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It is now a legal requirement for all bird keepers in England and Scotland to follow strict biosecurity measures to help protect their flocks from the threat of the avian influenza.

An Avian Influenza Prevention Zone (AIPZ) has been declared across England, Scotland and now in Wales, alongside new housing measures introduced in the counties of York, North Yorkshire and Shropshire....

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