Bird flu has been confirmed in commercial poultry in Shropshire, leading to a 3km 'protection zone' and a 10km 'surveillance zone'. Rules are in place for poultry keepers within the protection zone, including strict biosecurity measures, record keeping, and restrictions on bird movement.
Bird flu confirmed in Shropshire : Where is the ' protection zone ', what are the rules and what has the Government said?
Bird flu has been confirmed in commercial poultry at a premises in Shropshire, prompting a 3km 'protection zone' to be announced. It brings the number of confirmed cases of highly pathogenic avian influenza during the current outbreak in England to 19 - but it is the first in the region. A 'protection zone' with a 3km radius has been established near Wem, surrounded by a 10km 'surveillance zone' extending into Wales.
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