Disease zones brought in after severe and deadly bird flu outbreak at farm in Lanark

Bird flu control zones have been brought in around Lanark after a severe outbreak at a farm.

On Friday, the chief veterinary officer for Scotland concluded that the highly pathogenic avian influenza had been confirmed at Whitelees Poultry Farm in Cleghorn.

Disease control zones around the infected site, along with a wider surveillance zone.

These areas are shown on an official map and carry specific legal restrictions, which remain in place until they are amended or withdrawn by a further declaration.

The Avian Influenza Prevention Zone (AIPZ) has been declared. South Lanarkshire Council via Supplied

Bird keepers are being urged to check whether they are inside one of these zones using the official online map.

Anyone keeping poultry, such as chickens, turkeys, ducks or geese, or captive birds like pigeons or birds of prey within the control zones has been told they must register or update their details on the Scottish Kept Bird Register.

This must be done by Friday, November 21, 2025, either online or by calling 01466 405101.

Further guidance on bird flu and the actions required within the control zones is available through official government information pages.

Anyone concerned about the health of their birds, or who suspects they may have bird flu, should contact the Animal and Plant Health Agency (APHA) immediately on 03000 600 708.

Public Health Scotland has been contacted for comment.