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The UK Chief Veterinary Officer has introduced a mandatory housing order for poultry across all of England and the CVO for Northern Ireland has also introduced one there. This precautionary measure is vital to safeguard the health and welfare of laying hens, during this period.

An Avian Influenza Prevention Zone (AIPZ) also remains in force across the entirety of Great Britain, ensuring enhanced biosecurity and mitigating the risk of outbreaks of the disease. An AIPZ has recently been introduced in Northern Ireland.

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.