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Second avian flu outbreak in Suffolk
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England, Wales and Scotland recently announced new avian influenza prevention zones. (stock photo)
Culling of 55,000 birds undertaken to contain the possible spread

Avian influenza H5N8 has been identified at a second premises near Redgrave in Suffolk, during routine investigations following the recent outbreak nearby.

The UK’s deputy chief veterinary officer confirmed on Friday (3 March) that proactive culling of 55,000 birds would take place to contain the possible spread of avian flu. Cleansing and disinfection would also take place to further reduce the risk to other birds.

A 3km protection zone and 10km surveillance zone are in place following the previous case in the same area. The earlier case was confirmed at a separate premises in the area on 13 February.

Other outbreaks of H5N8 have previously been confirmed on farms and in backyard flocks in Northumberland, Lancashire, Lincolnshire, Yorkshire and Carmarthenshire. There have also been a number of wild bird cases across the UK.

England, Wales and Scotland recently announced new avian influenza prevention zones, which will run from 28 February until at least the end of April.

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Equine Disease Surveillance report released for Q4 2025

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 The latest Equine Disease Surveillance report has been released, with details on equine disease from Q4 of 2025.

The report, produced by Equine Infectious Disease Surveillance, includes advice on rule changes for equine influenza vaccination.

Statistics and maps detail recent outbreaks of equine herpes virus, equine influenza, equine strangles and equine grass sickness. A series of laboratory reports provides data on virology, bacteriology, parasitology and toxicosis.

This issue also features a case study of orthoflavivus-associated neurological disease in a horse in the UK. 

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RCVS annual renewal fee for vets due

RCVS' annual renewal fee for veterinary surgeons is now due. Vets must pay their renewal fee before Wednesday, 1 April 2026.

This year's standard annual fee has increased to 431 from last year's 418. This is an approximately three per cent increase, as approved by RCVS Council and the Privy Council.

Tshidi Gardner, RCVS treasurer, said: "The small fee increase will be used to help deliver both our everyday activities and our new ambitious Strategic Plan, which includes aims such as achieving new legislation, reviewing the Codes of Professional Conduct and supporting guidance, and continuing to support the professions through activities such as the Mind Matters Initiative, RCVS Academy and career development."

A full breakdown of the new fees is on the RCVS website. Information about tax relief is available on the UK government website.