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Prevention Zone declared to protect England from Avian Flu

2016-12-07T00:00:00

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The Government chief vet has declared a Prevention Zone introducing enhanced biosecurity requirements for poultry and captive birds, helping protect them from a strain of Avian Flu circulating in mainland Europe. The zone covers England and will remain in place for 30 days.

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