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Avian influenza (bird flu) in winter 2016 to 2017
The latest situation on avian influenza (bird flu) and actions to reduce the risks.
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for Environment
Food & Rural Affairs
Avian influenza (bird flu) confirmed in wild birds in England and Scotland
H5N8 strain of the disease found in two dead wild wigeons in England
Government sets out next steps to ban microbeads
Government announces consultation to ban microbeads in cosmetics and personal care products.
TB strategy ahead of schedule as England set to apply for officially TB-free status for half the country
Government's strategy to tackle bovine TB continues to deliver results
Sustainable fishing nets quota increases on key species
Today the UK government achieved agreements supporting UK fishermen and sustainable fishing at the annual EU talks on fishing quotas.
Countryside Stewardship 2017 update
The latest round of Countryside Stewardship funding will include grants for woodland creation and reduction of flood risk.
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Avian influenza (bird flu)
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Avian influenza (bird flu) in winter 2016 to 2017
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Avian influenza (bird flu) confirmed in wild birds in England and Scotland
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- Press release
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We are the UK government department responsible for safeguarding our natural environment, supporting our world-leading food and farming industry, and sustaining a thriving rural economy. Our broad remit means we play a major role in people's day-to-day life, from the food we eat, and the air we breathe, to the water we drink.
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Clare Moriarty
Permanent Secretary
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Professor Ian Boyd
Defra Chief Scientific Adviser
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Betsy Bassis
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Nick Joicey
Director General for Strategy, International and EU Exit.
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Sonia Phippard
Director General for Marine, Natural Environment and Rural
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Emma Howard Boyd
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Andrew Sells
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Steve Holliday
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Peter Bonfield
Non-executive board member
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Catherine Doran
Non-executive board member
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Paul Rew
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Defra Helpline
Nobel House
17 Smith Square
London
SW1P 3JR
Telephone (UK only) 03459 33 55 77
Telephone (from outside the UK) +44 20 7238 6951
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Contact the Defra Rural Services helpline for farming-related advice.
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Pet Travel Section
Eden Bridge House
Lowther Street
Carlisle
CA3 8DX
Email pettravel@apha.gsi.gov.uk
Pet Travel Scheme helpline 0370 241 1710
Monday to Friday, 8am to 6pm (closed on bank holidays).
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