Near Hale, Cheshire

On the same day, a second backyard flock near Hale in Cheshire had avian influenza confirmed on their premises. Both of these backyard flocks were in a very close proximity, suggesting there was a quick spread between the two flocks. The regional housing order for England has been in place since 00:01 on the 7th November, which would require bird keepers to keep their birds housed until the order is released.