Overview
- The Department of Agriculture confirmed H5N1 at a larger turkey unit near Kells after the first commercial case in Co Carlow, with 3km protection and 10km surveillance zones in force.
- Housing orders now cover Ireland from 10 November, Northern Ireland from today, and all of England from today under national disease‑control regimes.
- The IFA called for a "laser-like focus" on biosecurity and urged producers to house birds immediately rather than wait for the order.
- Farmers warn that further outbreaks could disrupt Christmas turkey supplies, particularly if larger flocks are affected or the virus reaches chicken farms.
- Public guidance advises against handling dead or sick wild birds and to report finds via the AvianCheck app or hotline, with cooked poultry and eggs deemed safe.