On 31st March 2023, avian influenza H5N1 was confirmed on a premises near Teignbridge in Devon. This is the second case of H5N1 to be confirmed in March 2023, but the third case to be confirmed in the month. In comparison, 10 cases of avian influenza were confirmed in March 2022. All of the birds on the premises will be humanely culled to prevent any further spread.

