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UK on "high alert" after Scottish bird flu outbreak
By Martin Williams @Martin1Williams Senior News Reporter
A FLOCK of birds is being called following an outbreak of avian flu which has been confirmed in the Angus area of Scotland.
It has been confirmed that a flock of "captive birds" have tested positive for H5N1.
The UK government has confirmed an Avian Influenza Prevention Zone (AIPZ) has been declared across Great Britain effective from 5pm today (Wednesday) as the nation is placed on "high alert" over the risk of bird flu in wild birds.
The UK Government said: "The decision to implement the AIPZ was made due to evidence from Europe and on avian influenza findings in wild birds in Great Britain. It follows a risk assessment containing the latest scientific evidence and veterinary advice...
UK on "high alert" after Scottish bird flu outbreak
By Martin Williams @Martin1Williams Senior News Reporter
A FLOCK of birds is being called following an outbreak of avian flu which has been confirmed in the Angus area of Scotland.
It has been confirmed that a flock of "captive birds" have tested positive for H5N1.
The UK government has confirmed an Avian Influenza Prevention Zone (AIPZ) has been declared across Great Britain effective from 5pm today (Wednesday) as the nation is placed on "high alert" over the risk of bird flu in wild birds.
The UK Government said: "The decision to implement the AIPZ was made due to evidence from Europe and on avian influenza findings in wild birds in Great Britain. It follows a risk assessment containing the latest scientific evidence and veterinary advice...