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APHA confirms three further avian flu cases in England
Three further cases of highly pathogenic avian influenza have been confirmed in England.
Restrictions have been placed around the affected premises to limit disease spread.

The APHA has confirmed three further cases of highly pathogenic avian influenza in England.

On Saturday (19 December) highly pathogenic (H5N1) avian influenza was identified in backyard chickens near Hawes, North Yorkshire. 

Testing is underway to confirm whether this is also the same H5N1 strain that was previously found in wild birds. A 3km and 10km Temporary Control Zone and 10km Temporary Movement Restriction Zone have been declared around the premises. 

Also on Saturday, a separate case of highly pathogenic (H5N8) avian influenza was confirmed in backyard poultry near Gillingham, Dorset. All birds on the premises will be humanely culled. A 3km Protection Zone and 10km Surveillance Zone has been declared. 

Finally, on Sunday (20 December) the APHA confirmed HPAI H5N8 on a commercial duck breeding premises near Attleborough, Norfolk. All poultry on the premises will be humanely culled. The 3km and 10km Temporary Control Zone has been revoked and replaced by a 3km Protection Zone and a 10km Surveillance Zone.

For more information on avian influenza, including the latest guidance, visit gov.uk

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Applications open for MMI research grants

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 RCVS' Mind Matters Initiative (MMI) has launched round two of its veterinary mental health research grants.

Researchers have until 11.59pm on Wednesday, 28 May 2025 to apply for a grant for research which reflects MMI's 2025 focus areas.

Only one Impact Grant was awarded last year, and so this year there are two Discovery Grants and one Impact Grants available. Each Discovery Grant is worth £5,000 and the Impact Grant is worth £15,000.

For more information or to apply, email researchgrants@rcvs.org.uk to contact the MMI team.

 

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BBC Radio 4 documentary addresses corporate fees

BBC Radio 4's File on 4 Investigates has released a documentary exploring how corporate-owned veterinary practices may be inflating bills to increase profit.

Released on 15 April, 'What's Happening To Your Vet Bills?' revealed the policies which many corporate groups have in place to increase their profits. This included targets and upgrades which veterinary teams are tasked with meeting on a regular basis.

It also features Anrich Vets, an independently-owned practice based in Wigan. Following the case of Staffordshire terrier Benjy, who is diagnosed with a tumour, the documentary shares how the team were able to offer contextualised care and advice to make the procedure as affordable as possible for his owners.

The documentary can be heard on demand on BBC iPlayer.