Near Birdlip, Gloucestershire

A case of highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) H5N1 was confirmed in captive birds at a location near Birdlip, Gloucestershire on the 15th November 2022. There has been 111 confirmed cases of avian influenza since 1st October. On the 7th October 2022, the Government announced a mandatory housing order for the whole of England. Chief Veterinary Officer Christine Middlemiss again emphasised the need for stringent biosecurity from all poultry keepers.