19 January 2026

Highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) H5N1 was confirmed in other captive birds in a backyard flock near Bacton, Mid Suffolk, Suffolk (AIV 2025/09). A 3km Captive Bird (Monitoring) Controlled Zone has been declared around the premises. All poultry on the premises will be humanely culled.

Highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) H5N1 was confirmed in commercial poultry at a second premises near Bacton, Mid Suffolk, Suffolk (AIV 2026/10). A 3km protection zone and 10km surveillance zone has been declared around the premises. All poultry on the premises will be humanely culled.