Bird flu (avian influenza): latest situation in England
9 February 2025
Outbreaks of bird flu (avian influenza) continue to be confirmed across England.
As of 9 February 2025, there have been:
- 123 confirmed cases of bird flu in poultry and captive birds in England since October 2022
- 42 confirmed cases since 1 January 2023
The government has taken a number of steps to control the spread of bird flu, including:
- Declaring an Avian Influenza Prevention Zone (AIPZ) across the whole of Great Britain
- Implementing strict biosecurity measures on all poultry premises
- Banning the movement of poultry and eggs from infected areas
- Carrying out surveillance and testing of poultry and wild birds
The public is being urged to be vigilant and to report any suspected cases of bird flu to the Animal and Plant Health Agency (APHA).
Symptoms of bird flu in poultry include:
- Respiratory problems, such as coughing, sneezing, and difficulty breathing
- Swollen head and neck
- Discharge from the eyes and nose
- Loss of appetite and weight loss
- Diarrhoea
- Sudden death
If you suspect that your poultry may have bird flu, you should:
- Isolate the birds immediately
- Contact your vet or APHA on 03459 33 55 77
- Do not touch or handle dead birds
The Food Standards Agency (FSA) has advised that bird flu does not pose a food safety risk for UK consumers.
Poultry meat and eggs are safe to eat, provided they are cooked thoroughly.
For more information on bird flu, please visit the APHA website: www.gov.uk/guidance/avian-influenza-bird-flu
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