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Avian flu (bird flu): near Blairgowrie, Perth and Kinross (AIV 2026/01)
Highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) H5N1 was confirmed on 5 January 2026.
Confirmation of Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI)
Highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) H5N1 was confirmed at a premises near Blairgowrie, Perth and Kinross on 5 January 2026.
A Protection Zone and Surveillance Zone were declared. An end to these disease control zones was declared on 9 February 2026, following completion of cleansing, disinfection and mandatory surveillance requirements.
This means all restrictions within this area have been lifted.
Further details are in the declaration.
Contact
If you have any questions about the restrictions in place, you can contact:
- 0330 041 6589