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H5N8 confirmed in south Norfolk
Defra is urging poultry keepers to be vigilant for signs of avian influenza in their flocks.
Small flock of 35 birds affected 

An outbreak of H5N8 avian influenza has been confirmed in a small flock of chickens and geese near Diss, south Norfolk.

The flock is estimated to contain around 35 birds, a number of which died and the remainder of which are being humanely culled.

A 3km protection zone and a 10km surveillance zone have been put in place around the premises to prevent the spread of disease and a full investigation is underway to determine the source.

Defra is urging poultry keepers to be vigilant for signs of avian influenza in their flocks and inform the Animal and Plant Health Agency if they have any suspicions.

A ban on poultry gatherings and a prevention zone ordering birds to be housed inside was lifted in England on 15 May, but prevention measures remain in place in targeted areas of Lancashire, Cumbria and Merseyside, following evidence of heightened risk in these areas.

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Practices urged to audit neutering data

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 RCVS Knowledge has called on vet practices to audit their post-operative neutering outcomes.

It follows the release of the 2024 NASAN benchmarking report, which collates data from neutering procedures performed on dogs, cats and rabbits.

The benchmarking report enables practices in the UK and Ireland to compare their post-operative outcomes to the national average. This includes the rate of patients lost to follow-up, which in 2024 increased to 23 per cent.

Anyone from the practice can submit the data using a free template. The deadline for next report is February 2026.

Visit the RCVS Knowledge website to complete an audit. 

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UK's BSE risk status downgraded

The WOAH has downgraded the UK's international risk status for BSE to 'negligible'.

Defra says that the UK's improved risk status recognises the reputation for having the highest standards for biosecurity. It adds that it demonstrates decades of rigorous animal control.

Outbreaks of Bovine Spongiform Encephalopathy, also known as mad cow disease, have previously resulted in bans on Britain's beef exports.

The UK's new status could lead to expanded trade and better confidence in British beef.

Christine Middlemiss, the UK's chief veterinary officer, said: "WOAH's recognition of the UK as negligible risk for BSE is a significant milestone and is a testament to the UK's strong biosecurity measures and the hard work and vigilance of farmers and livestock keepers across the country who have all played their part in managing the spread of this disease.