All-Wales avian influenza prevention zone declaration: 30 January 2025

An Avian Influenza Prevention Zone (AIPZ) was declared across the whole of Wales from 00:01 on Thursday 30 January 2025.

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30 January 2025

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30 January 2025

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The zone will remain in place until a reduction in risk levels indicates it is no longer required. The requirements within the AIPZ and other measures to reduce the risk of avian influenza transmission will be under ongoing review.

This zone introduces strict biosecurity measures for all bird keepers. This includes those who keep pet birds. The measures will help prevent the spread of avian influenza from wild birds or any other source.

The AIPZ does not include a requirement to house birds. However, this is being kept under constant review.

All keepers must complete the Mandatory biosecurity self-assessment checklist within 7 days of this Declaration coming into force.

Similar measures are in place in England, Scotland and Northern Ireland.

Information on the requirements of the Avian Influenza Prevention Zone can be found in the declaration.