15 January 2026

Highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) H5N1 was confirmed at a third large commercial premises near York, York, North Yorkshire (AIV 2026/08). A 3km protection zone and 10km surveillance zone has been declared around the premises. All poultry on the premises will be humanely culled.

Highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) H5N1 was confirmed at a fourth premises near Penicuik, Scottish Borders (AIV 2026/06) on 15 January 2026. A 3km Protection Zone (PZ) and 10 km Surveillance Zone (SZ) are in place. All poultry on the premises will be humanely culled.

Low pathogenic avian influenza (LPAI) H5 was confirmed at a large commercial poultry premises near Mundford, Breckland, Norfolk (AIV 2026/07) on 15 January 2026. A 1km Low Pathogenic Avian Influenza Restricted Zone has been declared around the premises. All poultry on the premises will be humanely culled.