The Animal and Plant Health Agency, Wirral Council environmental health, emergency planning and trading standards services are responsible for dealing with outbreaks of diseases like foot and mouth disease.
GOV.UK provides information on notifiable diseases in animals.
Register for Defra's 'Stop the spread' webinars on GOV.UK
Avian influenza
A national housing order was introduced across England on Monday 7 November 2022 making it a legal requirement to house flocks.
How to spot avian influenza (bird flu), what to do if you suspect it, and measures to prevent it
Complete a self assessment checklist if you keep birds
View advice for all captive bird and poultry keepers on GOV.UK
Download bird flu posters on GOV.UK
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