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The British Egg Industry Council welcomes the introduction of Avian Influenza Prevention Zones (AIPZ) across England, Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland, including mandatory housing orders in some areas where there is  particularly high risk.

These precautionary biosecurity measures are aimed at protecting the health and welfare of the birds, and, in certain circumstances under the guidance of Government vets, will mean that some birds will be temporarily kept inside their houses to protect them from the risk of catching bird flu.

Free range eggs and bird flu in the UK

There is information on the site explaining what happens in the event that hens have to be temporarily housed. While free range farmers love to see their hens making the most of the range, sometimes it may be necessary for them to be kept inside on government advice for their wellbeing. You can read about some of the steps that farmers take if government vets say they must house their birds for an extended period of time.

For more information on eggs including nutrition information, recipes and food safety advice visit egginfo.co.uk.