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UK confirms case of bird flu in poultry in northern England

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Posted on June 11, 2025

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LONDON (Reuters) -Britain has detected a case of the H5N1 bird flu in poultry in West Yorkshire, northern England, the Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs said on Wednesday. "All

UK Reports H5N1 Bird Flu Case in Poultry in Northern England

LONDON (Reuters) -Britain has detected a case of the H5N1 bird flu in poultry in West Yorkshire, northern England, the Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs said on Wednesday.

"All poultry on the premises will be humanely culled," a notice on the department's website said.

(Reporting by Sam Tabahriti; Editing by Leslie Adler)

Key Takeaways

  • UK reports H5N1 bird flu in West Yorkshire.
  • All affected poultry will be humanely culled.
  • The case was confirmed by the Department for Environment.
  • Bird flu cases can impact poultry trade.
  • Monitoring and containment measures are in place.

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of bird flu was detected in the UK?
The UK has detected a case of the H5N1 bird flu in poultry.
Where was the bird flu case found?
The bird flu case was found in West Yorkshire, northern England.
What action will be taken regarding the infected poultry?
All poultry on the premises will be humanely culled as a precaution.

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