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Avian flu (bird flu): Ness, Isle of Lewis (AIV 2026/20)
Highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) H5N5 was confirmed on 2 October 2026.
Highly pathogenic avian influenza was confirmed at a premises in Ness, Isle of Lewis (AIV 2026/20) on 2 October 2026.
A Protection Zone and Surveillance Zone were declared.
An end to these disease control zones was declared on 5 November 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