Bird flu: Avian influenza confirmed in Anglesey poultry

Bird keepers have been urged to remain vigilant and ensure they have high levels of biosecurity in place

The presence of bird flu has been confirmed in poultry at a site in Anglesey.

The Welsh government said UK health agencies had advised the risk to public health from the virus was very low.

A 1.9 mile (3km) protection zone has been declared around infected premises to limit the risk of disease spread.

It comes as the UK government said keepers in Wales, England and Scotland must implement strict measures to stop bird flu spreading.

Bird flu was found in Pembrokeshire and Gwynedd last month and the Welsh government confirmed it had been found at seven locations in the last year.

Keepers of poultry and other captive birds are being asked to take extra measures, with an all-Wales Avian Influenza Prevention Zone being declared on Monday, as part of UK-wide action.

Lesley Griffiths, Rural Affairs Minister, said she considered the prevention zone was "proportionate to the risk level we face".

She added: "It is essential we take proactive steps to protect our poultry, other kept birds, public health, our food supply chains and the well-being of bird keepers in Wales."

• 'Keep birds indoors' warning as bird flu spreads

Bird keepers have been urged to remain vigilant about highly pathogenic avian influenza H5N1 and ensure they have high levels of biosecurity in place.

Farmers are advised to consult a vet in the first instance if birds become unwell.

If avian influenza is suspected it must legally be reported to the Animal and Plant Health Agency.

The UK's Department of Agriculture introduced new measures on Monday amid the country's largest ever outbreak of avian flu.

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