Bird keepers in Lancashire are asked to note that mandatory AvianFlu measures are now in force.

An Avian Influenza Prevention Zone now covers the whole of England, meaning bird keepers must follow strict biosecurity and hygiene measures by law to help prevent bird flu spreading.

This follows a confirmed case of Avian Flu near Garstang earlier this week where a 3km Protection Zone and 10km Surveillance Zone have been put in place around the premises. Further details information visit: https://www.gov.uk/animal-disease-cases-england/bird-flu-near-garstang-wyre-lancashire-aiv-2026-slash-24

Take action now to protect your birds:

⚠️ Use clean, dedicated footwear in bird housing

⚠️ Fence off or cover standing water and ponds

⚠️ Prevent contact with wild birds

⚠️ Regularly clean and disinfect housing and equipment.

Find out what you need to do here:

https://www.gov.uk/guidance/bird-flu-avian-influenza-how-to-prevent-it-and-stop-it-spreading

Read more about the Avian Influenza Prevention Zone at: https://www.gov.uk/animal-disease-cases-england/bird-flu-avian-influenza-prevention-zone-aipz-england

A National Housing Order is in place to protect birds. If you keep 50 or more birds, or sell eggs you must adhere to this order. Learn more about this at: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/national-housing-order-declared-to-protect-birds-from-avian-influenza,