William Eichler 30 March 2021

Council reassures residents after Avian Flu detected on farm

Council reassures residents after Avian Flu detected on farm  image

A one kilometre restriction zone has been set up around a poultry farm in Tarporley as Cheshire West and Chester Council responds to an outbreak of Avian Flu.

Workers at the site raised the alarm when they noticed birds becoming unwell. Test results subsequently revealed the animals had a strain of avian flu that is a low pathogenic case – this means it is less likely to cause death in the birds and is difficult to spot.

Working with the Department for the Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (DEFRA), the Animal and Plant Health Agency (APHA), Public Health England (PHE) and other partners, the council quarantined the farm, which houses approximately 4,500 birds.

The council has reported that birds are currently being culled to ensure no further spread. Cheshire West and Chester director of Public Health, Ian Ashworth, said:

‘We are working closely with Public Health England and other partners on this incident.

‘The risk to public health from the virus is very low and avian influenzas pose a very low food safety risk. We are working locally to support residents, local business and premises that may be affected.’

The £37,000 SEND Problem image

The £37,000 SEND Problem

Natalie Kenneison, COO at Imosphere, argues that the real SEND funding crisis isn’t just about budgets - it’s about the systems behind the decisions.
SIGN UP
For your free daily news bulletin
Highways jobs

Principal Transport Planner

Sheffield City Council
£45,718 to £49,764
Do you have considerable experience in the transport strategy and policy, and are you looking for your next career development opportunity? Sheffield, South Yorkshire
Recuriter: Sheffield City Council

Senior Housing Options Advisor

Wyre Borough Council
£35,235 - £37,938
An exciting opportunity has arisen to join our expanding Housing Options Team Poulton-Le-Fylde, Lancashire
Recuriter: Wyre Borough Council

Degree Apprentice Quantity Surveyor

Hyndburn Borough Council
National Living Wage (SCP2)
Hyndburn is a great place to work. Accrington, Lancashire
Recuriter: Hyndburn Borough Council

Service Manager, Children’s Homes Service

Durham County Council
Grade 16 £54,800 - £58,798 (Pay Award Pending). Potential earnings up to £61,298 per annum.
Lead with Purpose. Inspire Change. Transform Lives. Your Next Chapter Starts Here  Are you a visionary leader with a passion for making a lasting dif Spennymoor
Recuriter: Durham County Council

Licensing Enforcement Officer

Hyndburn Borough Council
£33,366 – £35,235 (Scale SCP 23-25) (plus 10% enhancement)
An exciting opportunity has arisen within our Licensing Department for an enthusiastic, organised and motivated Licensing Enforcement Officer. Accrington, Lancashire
Recuriter: Hyndburn Borough Council
Linkedin Banner