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H5N8 confirmed in Lancashire backyard flock
Prior to the latest case in Lancashire, the most recent outbreak in poultry in England was 24 February 2017.
Protection and surveillance zones in place

An outbreak of H5N8 avian influenza has been detected in a small backyard flock of chickens near Thornton, Lancashire.

Defra says a 3km protection zone and 10km surveillance zone have been put in place around the premises to reduce the risk of disease spreading.

The flock is estimated to contain around 30 birds, of which a number have died. The remaining live birds are being humanely culled and a full investigation is underway to determine the source of infection.

The news comes just a week after Defra announced plans to lift England’s avian flu prevention zone and ban on poultry gatherings from 15 May, provided there are no further cases in poultry or wild birds.

Prior to the latest case in Lancashire, the most recent outbreak in poultry in England was 24 February 2017, while the last wild bird case was confirmed on 10 March 2017.

Public Health England maintains that the risk to public health is very low, and the Food Standards Agency says avian influenza does not pose a food safety risk for UK consumers. 

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Strangles survey seeks views of horse owners

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 With Strangles Awareness Week just around the corner (5-11 May), vets are being encouraged to share a survey about the disease with their horse-owning clients.

The survey, which has been designed by Dechra, aims to raise awareness of Strangles and promote best practices to prevent its transmission. It includes questions about horse owners' experiences of strangles, together with preventative measures and vaccination.

Respondents to the survey will be entered into a prize draw to win two VIP tickets to Your Horse Live 2025. To access the survey, click here 

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Vivienne Mackinnon elected BVA Scottish Branch President

The British Veterinary Association (BVA) has elected Vivienne Mackinnon as its new BVA Scottish Branch president.

Dr Mackinnon has over 30 years of experience in veterinary care, encompassing both small animal and mixed practice. She has worked in practices in Scotland, England, New Zealand and Australia, before joining APHA to work in frontline disease control.

In her speech, Dr Mackinnon reflected on the changes in Scotland's veterinary industry and highlighted her commitment to veterinary education.

Dr Mackinnon said: "I look forward to working with colleagues across the veterinary professions to improve animal health and welfare in the country and support veterinary workplaces."