Bird flu outbreak confirmed near Brigg in North Lincolnshire
Protection and surveillance zones set following H5N1 discovery
Highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) H5N1 has been confirmed in commercial poultry near Brigg in North Lincolnshire, prompting disease control measures.
The outbreak was confirmed on 4th November 2026 by the Department for Environment, Food & Rural Affairs and the Animal and Plant Health Agency.
A 3km protection zone and a 10km surveillance zone have been established around the affected premises to contain the spread of the virus.
All poultry within the premises will be humanely culled to prevent further transmission of the disease.
The protection zones are aimed at minimizing risk to other birds and ensuring public safety.
Residents and businesses within the zones should adhere to movement restrictions related to poultry, eggs, and other related products.
The public can check the updated bird flu disease control zone map for more detailed information on affected regions.
Anyone involved in poultry farming should ensure they have the necessary licenses for moving poultry or related products within and outside restricted areas.
For further details, visit the official government resource pages to download the declaration of an avian influenza protection zone and surveillance zone.