Mandatory housing measures have been lifted in the avian influenza prevention zone (AIPZ) in England.
The AIPZ with mandatory biosecurity measures remains in place in England, Scotland and Wales. Poultry gatherings also remain banned.
You can let your birds outside again unless you’re in a protection zone or captive bird (monitoring) controlled zone. All keepers must continue to follow strict biosecurity measures.
You should follow guidance on preparing to let your birds outside again. This includes cleansing and disinfecting hard surfaces, fencing off ponds or standing water and reintroducing wild bird deterrents.
The lifting of housing measures is in response to a reduction in bird flu risk levels and is supported by the latest scientific evidence.