HPAI Avian Flu – ROCH area
2nd of July, 2025
Council officers conduct visits in response to Avian Influenza incident
Following the identification of Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza in poultry at a site near Roch in Pembrokeshire, a declaration of an Influenza Protection Zone and wider Surveillance Zone surrounding the Infected Premises has been implemented by the Chief Veterinary Officer for Wales.
Officers from Pembrokeshire County Council’s Public Protection Division will be visiting addresses within the 3km Protection Zone around the site, to identify locations where poultry and/or other captive birds are kept and to provide information on restrictions that currently apply to help prevent the spread of disease.
The Council’s officers are working in support of veterinary colleagues from the Animal and Plant Health Agency who are managing the response to the incident.
A map showing the extent of the zones and restrictions that apply can be seen on the Welsh Government website:
It is vital keepers of birds remain vigilant and ensure they have the very highest levels of biosecurity in place.
National Poultry Register
As of October 1st, 2024 – there is a requirement for all bird keepers regardless of the size of their flock to officially register their birds.
Which birds are covered by this change?
The new rules cover owners of backyard flocks, birds of prey and pigeon fanciers, but do not affect caged pet birds (excluding any poultry species) kept entirely inside a domestic dwelling, such as a parrot, canary or budgie, which never leaves the property other than to visit a vet or another short-term period.
By registering their birds, keepers will ensure they receive important updates relevant to them, such as on any local avian disease outbreaks and information on biosecurity rules to help protect their flocks.
Bird keepers will need to provide information, including their contact details, the location where birds are kept and details of the birds (species, number and what they are kept for).